Red Quinoa

It helps to regulate blood sugar levels. Lysine found in red quinoa helps with tissue repair and growth.

High protein and fiber content in red quinoa delays gastric emptying and hence keeps you feeling fuller and more satisfied than white rice. Red quinoa provides a rich source of protein for vegans and vegetarians.

Red quinoa provides us with 10% daily value of iron, it is low in fat and contains only healthy unsaturated fat that helps to keep cholesterol levels low and helps maintain heart health. The iron content is used by the body to transport oxygen.

Since it is gluten-free, red quinoa suits those who cannot eat gluten-rich foods and who avoid dairy products. The high manganese content helps to regulate blood sugar levels and maintain strong and healthy bones.

Nutritional Values

You can get at least 200-350 calories in a single cup serving of red quinoa. Similar to other types of quinoa, red quinoa is rich in proteins, containing all the essential amino acids.

Red quinoa is also rich in magnesium, manganese, copper, iron and phosphorous. It contains high quantities of lysine an essential amino acid.