Composition of quinoa seed
Quinoa seeds are coated with a coating that contains saponins — a group of glycosides with a bitter taste, which makes the seed less attractive to birds. Before consumption, the saponins must be removed (Coulter et al., 1990).
The composition of raw quinoa is approximately:
Protein: 15%
Fat: 6%
Starch: 60%
Ash: 4%
Fiber: 3%
Water: 12%
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