- High-protein seed, rich in amino acids
- Closely related to pigweed, spinach, beets, and other plants
- Can be cooked as a cereal, ground into flour, popped like popcorn, sprouted, or toasted
- Increase the level of some of the nutrients and the sprouts can be used on sandwiches and in salads
- Flavor is mild, sweet, nutty, and malt like





