Le Bon Semeur quinoa 400g

Quinoa is a member of the legume family that looks like a grain but is actually a leafy vegetable - a relative of beetroot and spinach. The Incas called it 'motherwort', and with good reason: this tiny, pearly grain is a treasure trove of protein, minerals and fibre. Trescarte's Le Bon Semeur quinoa comes from the highlands of Peru and Bolivia, where it has been grown for millennia. Quinoa contains all the essential amino acids, making it the perfect source of protein for a vegetarian diet. It is particularly rich in iron, manganese, copper and potassium. Quinoa is also rich in fibre, which contributes to well-being. Cooking time is quick - just 15 minutes - and the result is a lightly nutty, slightly crunchy grain that goes with many dishes. Trescarte is a French family business founded in 1959, specialising in the selection and packaging of pulses and cereals. The company is particularly known for its Lentilles vertes du Puy PDO, but Le Bon Semeur products share the same quality philosophy: careful selection of raw materials and modern sorting methods. Trescarte is located in Loudes, Auvergne, and employs around 30 people in its new, environmentally friendly premises. The company's mission is to offer high-quality pulses and grains both under its own brands (La Ponote, Le Bon Semeur, Le Cygne) and as private label products for retail chains. Quinoa is ideal as a base for hot and cold salads, as a substitute for cooked rice or as a protein supplement. You can also use it as a breakfast porridge, in smoothie bowls or in baking. Feel free to combine it with vegetables, nuts and fruit - quinoa can be used in both savoury and sweet dishes. Because quinoa is gluten-free and nutrient-rich, it is ideal for a wide range of special diets. It is also a favourite with vegetarians and vegans thanks to its high protein content.