The leaves can be prepared and enjoyed like spinach, making this plant a source of valuable seeds and a versatile green ...

While quinoa is not a true grain, when cooked, it makes a convincing stand-in and is therefore treated like a grain in the kitchen. Rice, on the other hand, is a true grain, i.e., an edible seed ...

barley and quinoa) , legumes (i.e. lentils, chickpeas and beans), nuts and seeds, and herbs and spices. Tofu also makes the list as it’s made from soya; ditto tea, which comes from a plant.

The majority of the world's quinoa comes from Peru, where around 100,000 tons are produced every year. The popularity of quinoa exploded over the past decade, transforming the fortunes of farmers ...