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NorQuin Black Quinoa

Black Quinoa is flat or spherical seeds 1-2mm in diameter. The product is processed to remove the bitter saponins. This whole grain product is ready to cook, contains no GMO’s and is naturally allergen free. Black Quinoa is either 100% Canadian or South American grown.

Ingredient Name: Quinoa

Labeling Claims: Gluten-free, Kosher, Naturally Derived, Non-GMO, Plant-Based

Certifications & Compliance: Kosher

Features: Balanced Amino Acids Profile, Low Glycemic Index

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Identification & Functionality

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Features & Benefits

Product Background
The bravest seed on the continent - our Golden Quinoa was among the first varieties to grow successfully on the Canadian prairies. Today, our beloved seed is available in reliable abundance. Prepare your taste buds; this is the highest quality quinoa available.Selective breeding, the natural way.
Product Highlights

• Contain all nine essential amino acids
• Trace vitamins and minerals
• Low glycemic index relative to rice, wheat, and other grains
• Traceable to field
• Non-GMO
• Gluten-Free
• Kosher

Applications & Uses

Food & Nutrition Applications
Intended Use
  • Product is not Ready-to-Eat (RTE) and is intended for further processing.
Applications
Quinoa salads, protein bowls, nutritional bars, snacks (chips), soups, meat-alternative patties and many more.

Properties

Appearance
Flat, Spherical seeds
Taste
Distinctively nutty and sweet flavor. A higher amylopectin starch profile delivers a satisfying texture
Nutritional Information
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Ash Content2.1g/100g-
Calcium Content42.6g/100g-
Calories Content367kcal/100g-
Carbohydrates66g/100g-
Cholesterol0mg/100g-
Dietary Fiber11.9g/100g-
Iron Content5g/100g-
Potassium Content572mg/100g-
Protein 13.3g/100g-
Saturated Fat Content0.7g/100g-
Sodium Content0g/100g-
Total Fat Content5.6g/100g-
Total Sugars 1.5g/100g-
Trans Fat 0g/100g-
Specifications
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Moisture Contentmax. 13.5%-
Puritymin. 99.9%-
Saponins Contentmax. 0.11%-

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Packaging
1 MT tote, 25 Lb or 50 Lb multi-wall kraft bag

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
24 Months
Shelf-life & Storage
  • 24 months when stored in a clean, cool, and dry area. Avoid exposure to extreme temperature variations. Do not store near perfumed products, soaps, detergents, cleaning solutions, or any other such chemicals.