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Viva Naturals Organic Quinoa, 4 LB - 100% Royal Bolivian Whole Grain
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Ingredients | Organic Whole Grain Quinoa |
Brand | Viva Naturals |
Weight | 4 Pounds |
Serving Description | 0.25 cups (46 grams) |
Protein | 6 Grams |
About this item
- LARGER AND SOFTER GRAINS WITH NUTTIER FLAVOR - Unlike Chilean or Peruvian quinoa, our grains are harvested from the Bolivian Altiplano, where royal quinoa grows in harsh growing conditions, ideal for optimal flavor and texture. The end result? Noticeably larger, rounder and heartier grains that lend a delicate softness and incredible mouthfeel once prepared.
- SATISFY HUNGER TO FEEL FULLER LONGER - Contrary to rice and millet, our quinoa provides a hefty amount of fiber (3g) and protein (6g) per individual serving, helping to satisfy hunger and curb food cravings all day long!
- BUILDING BLOCK FOR PROTEIN SYNTHESIS - As a complete vegetarian protein, our quinoa provides a complete range of essential and non-essential amino acids, helping to maintain lean muscle mass and support enzyme production for everyday health.
- ENRICH MODERN DAY RECIPES - Our quinoa replaces rice at equal ratios and is even suitable for rice cookers! Add a unique twist to stir-fry, sushi and Mexican rice recipes for added nutrition and a naturally nutty flavor in every spoonful. Certified organic and non-GMO, our quinoa is sustainably sourced in accordance with fair trade practices.
- DE-SAPONIZED FOR ENHANCED FLAVOR - Free of harsh chemical processing, our quinoa is mechanically de-saponized and triple washed to remove quinoa’s bitter exterior. Our customers rave about our quinoa! “This package was easy to prepare. I just gave it a quick rinse and popped it into my rice cooker. It came out great and I couldn't taste any bitterness.” Great for pilaf!
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Quinoa, the Mighty grain quinoa is an ancient South American staple cultivated from the pristine Andean mountains. It is revered as "the mother grain" And known to be "the gold of the Incas". Aesthetically it is similar to rice, but carries its own unique nutritional profile and texture. Quinoa does not belong to the same family as wheat, barley, oats or rye, making it suitable for anyone following a gluten-free diet. nutrition profile of Viva Naturals Organic Quinoa amino acids: amino acids are the building blocks of protein. Our quinoa is a complete protein source that contains all of the essential amino acids, making it highly suitable for vegetarians who typically follow a plant-based diet. Essential amino acids are those that are not made in the body, and must therefore be obtained through the diet. The U.S. Recommended daily allowance (RDA) of protein is 0.8 grams per kilogram of body mass, or about 0.4 grams per pound. Each serving of Viva Naturals Organic Quinoa contains 6g of protein. essential vitamins and minerals: in addition to iron, quinoa contains other essential minerals such as, magnesium, calcium, phosphorus and is a high source of manganese. A study published in the Journal of Nutrition indicated maintaining adequate amounts of manganese led to healthy inflammatory pathways and improved joint mobility. the Viva Naturals Difference viva Naturals' Quinoa seeds are harvested in the high altitude mountainous regions of Bolivia. Quinoa is threshed from fully matured plants, releasing nutritionally-rich seeds of exquisite taste. Naturally covered by bitter saponins, Viva Naturals' Quinoa is De-Saponized removing unwanted bitter qualities and offering exceptional flavor. Viva Naturals' Organic whole grain quinoa is sustainably grown and sourced directly from farmers in accordance with fair Trade practices.
Product details
Size:4 Pound (Pack of 1)- Is Discontinued By Manufacturer : No
- Package Dimensions : 12.76 x 10.04 x 2.52 inches; 4 Pounds
- UPC : 700465936912
- Manufacturer : Viva Naturals
- ASIN : B00JPJRQ7W
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#1,612 in Grocery & Gourmet Food (See Top 100 in Grocery & Gourmet Food)
- #2 in Dried Quinoa
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Organic Whole Grain Quinoa
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I used to buy quinoa from places like Trader Joe's, Publix, and more recently Costco. Usually the quinoa was from Peru and it was pretty good, although it was occasionally a bit tough. Then, around a couple of years ago, I started having really bad luck with my store bought quinoa. I couldn't sprout it and it would start smelling really bad when I soaked it. This was the quinoa from Publix. I then tried quinoa from Costco, and in the bag it smelled horrible, like moldy/mushroomy, so I had to throw it out.
Now, let me say that sprouting quinoa is not only an amazing test to verify that you are getting good quality quinoa, but it's also a great way to further increase its nutritional value. I also often sprout beans and the grains before cooking them. This is not some kind of new-agey nonsense, there is good science behind the idea of sprouting grains and legumes in order to make them more nutritious. The most important thing is that you do it yourself (it's so easy) and you don't fall for the 3-times-the-price pre-sprouted grains you can find in healthfood stores, because they are a total ripoff (unless you are a high executive millionaire whose time is worth too much money).
To sprout grains (or legumes) you just soak them overnight in filtered water (you could use tap water but I'd really avoid it if possible), drain the water, and leave them in a bowl covered with a towel to keep out insects/dust. Within a day or two you will see some tiny little sprouts coming out and at that point the grains or legumes are ready to be cooked. To understand what sprouting does, just think about the fact that seeds are the way plants propagate. In order to be successful, the plants store a certain amount of energy in the seeds as complex carbohydrates, along with vitamins and minerals. And the seed is designed so that it will be viable under optimal conditions for centuries, until the seeds are exposed to water. Once the seed is exposed to water, enzymes inside the seed activate, and they start making the energy from the carbohydrates, the vitamins, etc, available for the creation of the new plant. Basically all the nutrition inside the seed becomes ready to use, but only after going through the sprouting process!
Like I mentioned before, sprouting is not only good for increasing the nutritional value of what you are eating, but it's also a great test to see if you got a good quality product. If the grains, seeds or legumes are fresh and well preserved, they are supposed to be viable, and as such they will sprout if you expose them to water. If the seeds or grains don't sprout, it means that they are probably dead, which can either be due to improper and prolonged storage, or to irradiation, or due to being some type of GMO designed not to be viable. Either way, it's not a good sign.
So, after a couple of years of not consuming quinoa due to the poor quality of what I could find in the stores, I decided to try ordering on Amazon. I also had a chance to test recently some quinoa from Bolivia instead of Peru and really liked it. I have to say, at the beginning I was not totally sold on the "Royal Quinoa" thing. It just sounded like marketing gimmick. When I got my first sample of Royal Quinoa from Bolivia and I liked it I thought it could be just luck, but now that I tasted a second batch of quinoa that is still "Royal Quinoa" but from a different brand, I can say that there is really something about the quinoa form Bolivia, and I believe it to be superior to the quinoa from Peru I used to buy before.
I'm including some pics of my quinoa from Viva Labs sprouting beautifully after just one day. All in all I'm very happy with this product and I will certainly continue to buy it, as it's comparable in price to the quinoa I can find in stores, but the quality is on a whole different level!
Lastly, let me leave you with a recipe I came up for cooking quinoa that I really like.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup white quinoa
- 2 strips of bacon
- half an onion
- extra virgin olive oil
- dry oregano
Cut up the bacon in small strips or squares. Also chop half an onion finely. Put the bacon inside a steel pot on medium heat. After a few minutes, the bacon will have released a good amount of fat and will have taken on a browned appearance. Take the pot off the fire and scoop out most of the fat with a spoon. Discard the fat. (You don't have to discard the fat, but I like to do it so that I reduce the amount of bacon fat I'm consuming, in favor of other healthy fats like olive oil).
Then put in the finely chopped onion in the pot with the bacon and sauté the onion stirring frequently. If you removed too much bacon fat and you see that the onion starts to stick, add a little bit of olive oil.
Once the onions are nice and yellowish/brown in color (a little brown is ok but don't burn them!), add the quinoa that you will have previously rinsed with fresh water along with 2 cups of water. If you are using sprouted quinoa, add just one cup of water instead. Add some salt, stir, and cover with a lid. Once the water starts boiling, lower the heat to simmer, and cook it for 25 minutes, or until the water has disappeared. If you find that it's taking too long, and the quinoa tastes done, you can take off the lid and let the water evaporate more quickly.
Once the water is gone, turn off the fire, sprinkle the quinoa with dried oregano and stir it well. Finally, put it in a bowl, and pour some extra virgin olive oil on top. You can stir the olive oil into the quinoa or start eating the quinoa without stirring the olive oil in. I prefer NOT to stir, as it allows you to really taste the olive oil, and as long as you are using really good extra virgin olive oil, I believe it's the best way to eat this dish.
Alternatively, you can also cook it in chicken broth instead of water, which will give it a great flavor! If you found this useful, please consider giving me positive feedback. And if you have any questions, let me know.
PROS: it's a great substitute for rice or pasta if you avoid simple carbs. It's high in complex carbs that are slowly digested & don't cause sugar spikes, and it's also completely plant-based protein source. Tastes good alone or mixed into a variety of dishes, salads, soups, etc.
CONS: a family member put it best: "It tastes like grass seeds." If you've never had it before, try a very small bag first. Sadly, no matter how you spice it or what you put it in, some people just won't EVER like it.
(Word to the wise: if you DO like it, be very careful: the grains are tiny, if you're not careful they'll wind up everywhere..before & after being cooked.)
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The main thing I dislike about cooking quinoa in general is all the rinsing it requires beforehand in order to get rid of the bitter taste. (I can't seem to find a colander small enough to hold the grains in!) Thankfully, with the Viva Naturals quinoa the rinsing and soaking is reduced because they remove the bitter coating before packaging the product. This is done mechanically and not chemically.
A few more bonus points: the Viva Naturals quinoa is non-gmo and certified organic.
I also appreciate the packaging. The bag has a built in ziplock system that works well. Not sure if it helps with freshness but I keep my bag in the freezer. And, the price of $25.50 per 1.8 kg bag works ou it be only $1.42/100 g!
PS - don't use too much water/broth. A ratio of 2 water to 1 quinoa is more than enough. I would even argue a little less liquid is the way to go.

Reviewed in Canada on July 9, 2017
The main thing I dislike about cooking quinoa in general is all the rinsing it requires beforehand in order to get rid of the bitter taste. (I can't seem to find a colander small enough to hold the grains in!) Thankfully, with the Viva Naturals quinoa the rinsing and soaking is reduced because they remove the bitter coating before packaging the product. This is done mechanically and not chemically.
A few more bonus points: the Viva Naturals quinoa is non-gmo and certified organic.
I also appreciate the packaging. The bag has a built in ziplock system that works well. Not sure if it helps with freshness but I keep my bag in the freezer. And, the price of $25.50 per 1.8 kg bag works ou it be only $1.42/100 g!
PS - don't use too much water/broth. A ratio of 2 water to 1 quinoa is more than enough. I would even argue a little less liquid is the way to go.


Turns out that I could find the recipe for the famous quinoa salad at Costco. But the first meal I made was a Mexican recipe with quinoa in it. It was easy to prepare and cooks wonderfully in any kind of liquid. For our recipe, the tomato juice as well as the broth helped to cook the quinoa.
I will seriously consider getting more quinoa to cook with. I have found numerous interesting recipes when I google the other day. Definitively a grain to introduce in your diet.
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Reviewed in Canada on July 19, 2017
Turns out that I could find the recipe for the famous quinoa salad at Costco. But the first meal I made was a Mexican recipe with quinoa in it. It was easy to prepare and cooks wonderfully in any kind of liquid. For our recipe, the tomato juice as well as the broth helped to cook the quinoa.
I will seriously consider getting more quinoa to cook with. I have found numerous interesting recipes when I google the other day. Definitively a grain to introduce in your diet.
Note: I have received this products from Amazon Vine Voices. The thoughts and comments above were not influence by Amazon or the company making the product.


One of my friends was sick and nauseous (okay, he was wickedly hung over). So I threw in a handful of quinoa to cook in homemade chicken broth. That helped him recover (after he had two hours of sipping apple juice first, that is). The things we do for friends....

This stuff is terrific. Just a nice size and a very good taste. If it stays this price and doesn't go higher I believe I'd be buying it again and again

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