{"product_id":"organic-black-quinoa-500g","title":"Organic Black Quinoa 500g","description":"\u003cp\u003eBlack quinoa is the rarest and most distinctively flavoured of the three quinoa varieties — earthier, slightly sweeter, and with the firmest texture of all, remaining pleasantly al dente after cooking. These certified organic black quinoa from \u003cstrong\u003eJust Natural Organic\u003c\/strong\u003e cook to a striking dark charcoal-black colour that creates dramatic visual contrast in salads and grain bowls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNutritionally identical to white and red quinoa — \u003cstrong\u003ecomplete plant protein\u003c\/strong\u003e with all nine essential amino acids, \u003cstrong\u003emanganese\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003emagnesium\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eiron\u003c\/strong\u003e — with the addition of the dark pigment antioxidants. Naturally gluten-free.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertified organic\u003c\/strong\u003e by the Soil Association. Plastic-free, home-compostable packaging. Available in 500g.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRinse before cooking. Cook 1:2 ratio for 18–20 minutes. Holds shape well — ideal for salads, grain bowls, and dishes where visual impact matters. Also works beautifully in the Tri Colour Quinoa blend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecipe idea — Black Quinoa \u0026amp; Avocado Grain Bowl:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cook 200g black quinoa and cool. Layer in bowls with sliced avocado, edamame, shredded red cabbage, cucumber ribbons, and sesame seeds. Dress with tamari, sesame oil, rice vinegar, and a touch of maple syrup. The midnight-black quinoa against the vibrant vegetables creates a restaurant-quality grain bowl at home in 20 minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNutritional Values per 100g (dry)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnergy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1539 kJ \/ 368 kcal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6.1g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOf Which Saturates\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.7g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCarbohydrates\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e64g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOf Which Sugars\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFibre\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProtein\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSalt\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e Organic Black Quinoa.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFAQs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes black quinoa different?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBlack quinoa has the firmest texture and earthiest, slightly sweeter flavour of the three varieties. It holds its shape the best after cooking — superior for salads and dishes served cold. The dark pigment contributes additional antioxidants beyond those in white quinoa.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs black quinoa gluten-free?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — naturally gluten-free.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long does it take to cook?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e18–20 minutes in a 1:2 ratio. It takes slightly longer than white quinoa due to its firmer outer coat. Rest covered for 5 minutes before serving.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Just Natural Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49211568718076,"sku":"JNO0016","price":3.89,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/4683\/9207\/files\/JN215_large_390d195b-f01f-4ae5-911b-44acef0b14b2.jpg?v=1781882127","url":"https:\/\/econaturalproducts.co.uk\/products\/organic-black-quinoa-500g","provider":"Eco Natural Products","version":"1.0","type":"link"}