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Quinoa

Grains · Pseudocereal · per 100 g

A staple grain providing sustained energy through complex carbohydrates. Foundation of balanced nutrition across world cuisines.

Nutrient density 8.0GI Medium High

Macronutrients

Calories120 kcal 6% DV
Protein4.4 g 9% DV
Carbohydrates21 g 8% DV
Fat1.9 g 2% DV
Fiber2.8 g 10% DV
Total sugars0.9 g no %DV*
Sodium7.0 mg 0% DV

Vitamins & minerals

Vitamin A1.0 µg 0%
Vitamin C0.0 mg 0%
Vitamin D0.0 µg 0%
Vitamin E0.63 mg 4%
Vitamin K0.0 µg 0%
Thiamin B10.11 mg 9%
Riboflavin B20.11 mg 8%
Niacin B30.41 mg 3%
Vitamin B60.12 mg 7%
Folate B942 µg 10%
Vitamin B120.0 µg 0%
Calcium17 mg 1%
Iron1.5 mg 8%
Magnesium64 mg 15%
Phosphorus152 mg 12%
Potassium172 mg 4%
Zinc1.1 mg 10%
Selenium2.8 µg 5%

Common serving sizes

ServingWeight
1 cup cooked185 g

Best timing around exercise

2-3 hours pre-workout for sustained energy. White rice post-workout for fast glycogen replenishment

Educational reference only. Values are per 100 g from the app's reference database; % Daily Value uses the FDA 2,000-calorie reference. Not medical or dietary advice. See our full disclaimer.
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Nutritional composition of Quinoa — FAO/INFOODS, 2023