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1 Quinoa is 100% whole grain and is close to being a perfect food source in the balance of nutrition it provides. 2  Technically it's not a grain but the seed of a leafy plant related to spinach. 3  Quinoa is an excellent source of protein - 12% to 18%. Quinoa can be substituted for almost any other grain. 2  Quinoa has a nutty, smoky flavor and is less filling than other grains and pastas. 3  Quinoa has been one of the primary foods of the Inca Indians for more than 5,000 years.
Quinoa pasta is an entire family of pasta made from quinoa instead of the traditional ingredient of wheat.his type of pasta has seen a rise in popularity in the last few years, as people begin using it for health reasons, and as incidences of celiac disease become higher and more commonly diagnosed. This type of pasta is made from the seeds of the quinoa plant, which has its origins in the Andes of South America.