Here’s the second installment article of our hand-picked Supermarket Stars.

Supermarket Stars are foods that used to only be available at health food stores, but you can now find them at your local Coles and Woolworths, in the health food/gluten-free aisle.

What is it?

Quinoa (pronounced ‘keen-wah’) is a pseudo-grain originating from South America, and has been eaten for thousands of years. The red and white-coloured are the most commonly available varieties in the supermarket.

Why eat it?

Quinoa is a complete protein, is high in dietary fibre, low GI, gluten-free, and contains many vitamins and minerals.

How to eat it

Make a warm quinoa, pumpkin, pine nut and rocket salad as a side dish for grilled meat, or try it as a delicious alternative to oat porridge for breakfast.

Source: www.metabolicjumpstart.com

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