Just Natural Organic Black Quinoa (500g)

Just Natural Organic Black Quinoa offers a striking visual appeal and a slightly more robust flavour profile compared to white or tri-colour varieties. While all quinoa is a nutritional powerhouse, black quinoa is particularly prized for its crunchier texture and its ability to hold its shape perfectly after cooking, making it an ideal choice for vibrant, textured salads, grain bowls, and side dishes where you want the grains to remain distinct.

The dark colour comes from natural anthocyanins—the same antioxidants found in blueberries and blackberries—which adds an extra layer of nutritional value to this already impressive ancient grain.

Product Specifications

Highlights & Benefits

• Distinctive Texture: Maintains a slightly firmer, "pop-in-your-mouth" texture compared to white quinoa, making it excellent for cold salads.

• Rich in Antioxidants: The black hull is packed with anthocyanins, providing higher antioxidant levels than lighter-coloured varieties.

• Complete Protein: Like all quinoa, it is a complete plant-based protein containing all nine essential amino acids.

• Gluten-Free & Nutrient-Dense: Naturally gluten-free and loaded with fibre, magnesium, and essential minerals for sustained energy.

• Pure Organic Quality: Free from synthetic pesticides, additives, and GMOs, maintaining the integrity of the grain.

Cooking Instructions

1. Rinse: Thoroughly rinse the quinoa in a fine-mesh sieve under cold running water. This removes the natural outer coating (saponin) that can sometimes taste bitter.

2. Combine: Combine 1 part black quinoa with 2 parts water or vegetable stock in a saucepan.

3. Simmer: Bring to a boil, then cover, reduce the heat to low, and simmer for 15–20 minutes. Note that black quinoa can sometimes take slightly longer to cook than white varieties.

4. Rest & Fluff: Remove from the heat and let it rest, covered, for 5 minutes. Use a fork to fluff the grains; you will notice the little "germ" ring separate from the grain, which is a sign it is perfectly cooked.

• Serving Suggestion: Because of its dramatic colour, it looks stunning when tossed with roasted sweet potato, pomegranate seeds, fresh herbs, and a lemon-tahini dressing.