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Plain quinoa Calories

Complete protein, fiber, gluten-free, rich in minerals and vitamins

CALORIES

120kcal

GI

53medium

POTASSIUM

172mg

FIBER

2.8g

Plain quinoa Nutrition Facts

Selected: 100 g

120

KCAL / 100G

Carbs

21.3g

· 72%

Protein

4.1g

· 14%

Fat

1.9g

· 14%

Fiber

2.8g

Plain quinoa Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

Folate

42µg · 11% DV

B2

0.11mg · 8% DV

B6

0.12mg · 7% DV

B5

0.27mg · 5% DV

Minerals

Manganese

1mg · 43% DV

Magnesium

64mg · 15% DV

Iron

2mg · 11% DV

Phosphorus

77mg · 11% DV

Plain quinoa Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

53
Medium
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

11
Medium

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

Is Plain quinoa Processed?

NOVA 2

Minimally Processed

1. Unprocessed

2. Minimally Processed

3. Processed

4. Ultra-Processed

NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.

Does Plain quinoa Contain Allergens?

No known major allergens

Gluten free
Dairy free
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Plain quinoa Good For?

Vegan

✓ Suitable

Vegetarian

✓ Suitable

Gluten-Free

✓ Suitable

Dairy-Free

— Not suitable

Mediterranean

✓ Suitable

Paleo

✓ Suitable

Whole30

— Not suitable

DASH

— Not suitable

Keto

— Not suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

Plain quinoa Fat Profile

SATURATED

0.2g

MONOUNSATURATED

0.6g

POLYUNSATURATED

1g

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Omega 6:3 ratio 19:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (19:1).

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Plain quinoa — Frequently Asked Questions

How many calories are in plain quinoa?

Plain quinoa contains 120 calories per 100 g. That serving also provides 4.1 g of protein, 21.3 g of carbohydrates, 1.9 g of fat, and 2.8 g of fiber.

Is plain quinoa suitable for a gluten-free diet?

Yes, plain quinoa is compatible with a gluten-free diet. It also fits vegan, vegetarian, Paleo, Mediterranean, flexitarian, and omnivore eating patterns.

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.