Oatmeal Farm Network | Quinoa Varieties

Variety Name	Description
Black Quinoa	A variety with a deep black color. It has the crunchiest texture and the most pronounced sweet, earthy flavor when cooked. Often used in mixed quinoa blends.
Cantaloupe Orange	Cantaloupe Orange is a variety of Orange. A citrus fruit rich in vitamin C, typically grown in warmer climates.
Cheri Quinoa	A protein-rich, gluten-free seed that cooks like a grain, known for its light, fluffy texture and nutty flavor.
Chinchero Quinoa	A protein-rich, gluten-free seed that cooks like a grain, known for its light, fluffy texture and nutty flavor.
Early Sugar	The Early Start Denver Model (ESDM) is a subtype of applied behavior analysis (ABA) marketed as a therapy for autistic toddlers and preschoolers. It was developed by American psychologists Sally J. Rogers and Geraldine Dawson.
Giant Quinoa	Grant Quinlan is a Canadian professional stock car racing driver. He most recently competed part-time in the ARCA Menards Series in 2018 and 2019, driving the No. 30 Ford for Rette Jones Racing. He has also competed with RJR in what is now the ARCA Menards Series East.
Golden Quinoa	The guinea was a coin, minted in Great Britain between 1663 and 1814, that contained approximately one-quarter of an ounce of gold. The name came from the Guinea region in West Africa, from where much of the gold used to make the coins was sourced.
Inca Red Quinoa	Quinoa is a flowering plant in the amaranth family. It is a herbaceous annual plant grown as a crop primarily for its edible seeds; the seeds are high in protein, dietary fiber, B vitamins and dietary minerals especially potassium and magnesium in amounts greater than in many grains. Quinoa is not a grass but rather a pseudocereal botanically related to spinach and amaranth, and originated in the Andean region of northwestern South America.
Organic Quinoa	A protein-rich, gluten-free seed that cooks like a grain, known for its light, fluffy texture and nutty flavor.
Piel de Sapo	The Santa Claus melon, sometimes known as Christmas melon or Piel de Sapo, is a type of true melon originating in Spain that grows to about a foot in length and is ovoid in shape. It has a thick, green-striped outer rind and pale green to white inner flesh with a mild melon flavour and sweetness close to honeydew melons.
Purple Quinoa	Quinoa is a flowering plant in the amaranth family. It is a herbaceous annual plant grown as a crop primarily for its edible seeds; the seeds are high in protein, dietary fiber, B vitamins and dietary minerals especially potassium and magnesium in amounts greater than in many grains. Quinoa is not a grass but rather a pseudocereal botanically related to spinach and amaranth, and originated in the Andean region of northwestern South America.
Quinoa (Raw/Unprocessed)	The whole, uncooked, untreated quinoa grain (usually white). Used whole in cooking and is required to be rinsed before use.
Quinoa (Sprouted/Activated)	Whole quinoa seeds that have been soaked and allowed to germinate. Sprouting enhances nutrient availability and creates a sweeter, more tender grain for cooking.
Quinoa (Toasted Groats)	Whole quinoa seeds that have been dry-toasted before cooking. This enhances their nutty flavor and provides a slightly firmer texture.
Quinoa (Toasted/Puffed)	Whole quinoa seeds that have been popped or toasted. Used as a crunchy, airy addition to cereals, granolas, and trail mixes.
Quinoa Flakes (Whole)	The whole quinoa grain that has been flattened into flakes. This is a processed whole grain used for quick-cooking hot cereal or baking.
Quito Quinoa	A protein-rich, gluten-free seed that cooks like a grain, known for its light, fluffy texture and nutty flavor.
Qutrin Quinoa	A protein-rich, gluten-free seed that cooks like a grain, known for its light, fluffy texture and nutty flavor.
Red Quinoa	A variety with a reddish-brown color that retains its shape and crunch better after cooking than white quinoa. It has a slightly earthier flavor and is popular in cold salads.
Red Quinoa	Quinoa is a flowering plant in the amaranth family. It is a herbaceous annual plant grown as a crop primarily for its edible seeds; the seeds are high in protein, dietary fiber, B vitamins and dietary minerals especially potassium and magnesium in amounts greater than in many grains. Quinoa is not a grass but rather a pseudocereal botanically related to spinach and amaranth, and originated in the Andean region of northwestern South America.
Royal Quinoa	A protein-rich, gluten-free seed that cooks like a grain, known for its light, fluffy texture and nutty flavor.
Salinas Quinoa	A protein-rich, gluten-free seed that cooks like a grain, known for its light, fluffy texture and nutty flavor.
Santo Domingo Quinoa	A protein-rich, gluten-free seed that cooks like a grain, known for its light, fluffy texture and nutty flavor.
Sativa Quinoa	A protein-rich, gluten-free seed that cooks like a grain, known for its light, fluffy texture and nutty flavor.
Tri-Color Quinoa	A protein-rich, gluten-free seed that cooks like a grain, known for its light, fluffy texture and nutty flavor.
White Quinoa	Quinoa is a flowering plant in the amaranth family. It is a herbaceous annual plant grown as a crop primarily for its edible seeds; the seeds are high in protein, dietary fiber, B vitamins and dietary minerals especially potassium and magnesium in amounts greater than in many grains. Quinoa is not a grass but rather a pseudocereal botanically related to spinach and amaranth, and originated in the Andean region of northwestern South America.
White Quinoa (Royal)	The most common variety, known for its light color, mild flavor, and fluffy texture when cooked. It is often labelled "Royal Quinoa" when premium quality.
White Rain Quinoa	Quinoa is a flowering plant in the amaranth family. It is a herbaceous annual plant grown as a crop primarily for its edible seeds; the seeds are high in protein, dietary fiber, B vitamins and dietary minerals especially potassium and magnesium in amounts greater than in many grains. Quinoa is not a grass but rather a pseudocereal botanically related to spinach and amaranth, and originated in the Andean region of northwestern South America.