{"product_id":"organic-red-quinoa-250g-500g","title":"Organic Red Quinoa 250g\/500g","description":"\u003cp\u003eRed quinoa has a deeper, nuttier, more pronounced flavour than white quinoa, and a slightly firmer, crunchier texture that holds up particularly well in salads and grain bowls served cold — it doesn't go mushy as quickly as the white variety. These certified organic red quinoa from \u003cstrong\u003eJust Natural Organic\u003c\/strong\u003e are visually striking — the grains turn a rich burgundy-red when cooked — making them ideal for dishes where appearance matters as much as nutrition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRed quinoa shares the same impressive nutritional profile as white — \u003cstrong\u003ecomplete plant protein\u003c\/strong\u003e with all nine essential amino acids, \u003cstrong\u003emanganese\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003emagnesium\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003ephosphorus\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003efolate\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eiron\u003c\/strong\u003e. The red pigment contributes anthocyanin antioxidants not present in white quinoa.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertified organic\u003c\/strong\u003e by the Soil Association. Plastic-free, home-compostable packaging. Available in 250g and 500g.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRinse before cooking. Cook 1:2 ratio for 15–18 minutes (slightly longer than white). Use in salads, grain bowls, stuffed vegetables, and anywhere you want visual impact and a nuttier flavour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecipe idea — Red Quinoa \u0026amp; Roasted Beetroot Salad:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cook 200g red quinoa, cool completely. Roast 3 medium beetroots (cubed) at 200°C for 35 minutes with olive oil and thyme. Combine red quinoa with roasted beetroot, 80g crumbled goat's cheese (or vegan feta), 50g walnut pieces, fresh rocket, and a dressing of 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar, 3 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp honey, and Dijon mustard. The deep red quinoa and burgundy beetroot create a visually stunning salad rich in complete protein, anthocyanins, and omega-3.\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\u003eKey nutrients:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete plant protein (all 9 essential amino acids), manganese, magnesium, phosphorus, folate, iron, zinc, fibre. Red pigment contributes anthocyanins not present in white quinoa. Naturally gluten-free.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e Organic Red Quinoa.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFAQs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the difference between red and white quinoa?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRed quinoa has a more pronounced nutty flavour, slightly firmer texture, and holds its shape better after cooking — making it the preferred choice for salads and dishes where texture and appearance matter. White quinoa is milder and fluffier, better suited to hot dishes and as a rice substitute. Nutritionally they are very similar; red quinoa has the additional benefit of anthocyanin antioxidants from its pigment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes red quinoa take longer to cook than white?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSlightly — 15–18 minutes versus 12–15 minutes for white. The same 1:2 ratio (quinoa to water) applies. Rest with the lid on for 5 minutes after cooking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs red quinoa gluten-free?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — all quinoa is naturally gluten-free. A good option for those avoiding gluten.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy rinse quinoa before cooking?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTo remove saponins — natural bitter compounds on the outer coating. 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