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Red Quinoa — Basic Grain Products, Inc.

Quinoa

Red Quinoa

Red quinoa is distinguished from white quinoa by its deep burgundy-red seed coat, which imparts a slightly earthier, nuttier flavour and a firmer texture that holds its shape better after cooking — making it the preferred quinoa variety for salads, grain bowls, and food formulations where visual definition and textural interest are key design parameters. Like all quinoa, it provides complete plant protein and is naturally gluten-free. Sourced from Bolivian and Peruvian growing regions, certified organic and Non-GMO.

Certified Organic Non-GMO

Product Specifications

Origin
Bolivia, Peru
Certifications
Organic, Non-GMO
Processing
Saponin-rinsed whole red quinoa seed
Packaging
25 kg bags, bulk totes
Food Applications
Salads Grain Bowls Colourful Formulations

Why Choose Basic Grain

Red quinoa from Basic Grain retains its striking colour through cooking when handled correctly, providing a visually distinctive ingredient that communicates premium quality to consumers at a glance. Our lots are tested for colour consistency, saponin removal efficacy, moisture, and microbiological compliance.

  • Deep burgundy colour for striking visual presence in finished products
  • Firmer texture than white quinoa retains shape after cooking
  • Certified organic and Non-GMO with colour and saponin documentation

Ready to Source Red Quinoa?

Contact our team for specifications, samples, and pricing tailored to your production volumes.