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Nutrition Facts
Amino Acids
Protein, Fat and Carbohydrate %
Key Nutrients (% Daily Value)
Macronutrients and Vitamins in "Quinoa Uncooked"
| Food Name: Quinoa Uncooked | |
| Food Group: Grains and Pasta | |
| Macronutrients | |
| Calories (kcal): 368 | Total Fat (g): 6 |
| Protein (g): 14 | Carbohydrates (g): 64 |
| Fiber (g): 7 | Net Carbs (g): 57 |
| Water (g): 13 | |
| Fats | |
| Saturated Fat (g): 1 | Monounsaturated Fat (mg): 1613 |
| Polyunsaturated Fat (mg): 3292 | Omega-3 (mg): 47 |
| Omega-6 (mg): 2977 | DHA (22:6 n-3) (mg): 47 |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A (IU): 14 | Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 1 |
| Vitamin E (mg): 2 | Menaquinone-4 (mcg): 1 |
| Niacin/B3 (mg): 2 | Pantothenic Acid/B5 (mg): 1 |
| Folate/B9 (mcg): 184 | Food Folate (mcg): 184 |
| Folate DFE (mcg): 184 | |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium (mg): 47 | Iron (mg): 5 |
| Magnesium (mg): 197 | Phosphorus (mg): 457 |
| Potassium (mg): 563 | Sodium (mg): 5 |
| Zinc (mg): 3 | Copper (mg): 1 |
| Manganese (mg): 2 | Selenium (mcg): 9 |
| Amino Acids | |
| Tryptophan (mg): 167 | Threonine (mg): 421 |
| Isoleucine (mg): 504 | Leucine (mg): 840 |
| Lysine (mg): 766 | Methionine (mg): 309 |
| Cystine (mg): 203 | Phenylalanine (mg): 593 |
| Tyrosine (mg): 267 | Valine (mg): 594 |
| Arginine (mg): 1091 | Histidine (mg): 407 |
| Alanine (mg): 588 | Aspartic Acid (mg): 1134 |
| Glutamic Acid (mg): 1865 | Glycine (mg): 694 |
| Proline (mg): 773 | Serine (mg): 567 |
| Other Compounds | |
| Choline (mg): 70 | Betaine (mg): 630 |
| Beta-Carotene (mcg): 8 | Lutein + Zeaxanthin (mcg): 163 |
| PRAL Score: 6 | |
| Sugars and Carbohydrates | |
| Starch (g): 52 | |
Key Nutrition Facts about Quinoa Uncooked
FAQ's
What are the protein, carbohydrate, and fat contents in 100 grams of 'Quinoa Uncooked'?
100 grams of 'Quinoa Uncooked' contains approximately following amounts of protein, carbohydrates, and fat:
Protein – 14g (around 28% of daily requirement),
Carbohydrates – 64g (around 23% of daily requirement),
Fat – 6g (around 8% of daily requirement).
It is typically higher in Carbohydrates while lower in Fat, making it more suitable for diets that are high-carb and also suitable for those requiring low Fat intake.
How many calories are in 100 grams of 'Quinoa Uncooked'?
A 100-gram serving of 'Quinoa Uncooked' provides around 368 kcal of energy. The majority of the calories come from carbohydrates, based on its macronutrient composition. This contributes approximately 18% of an average 2000 kcal daily diet, making it a calorie-dense food choice.
Is 'Quinoa Uncooked' mainly a source of protein, carbohydrates, or fat?
In 100g, 'Quinoa Uncooked' is mainly a source of carbohydrates. It contains 14g protein, 64g carbs, and 6g fat, making it suitable for diets focused on carbohydrates.
Does 'Quinoa Uncooked' contain calcium, potassium, iron, and other essential minerals?
'Quinoa Uncooked' is a good source of the following minerals per 100g:
Iron (mg): 5 mg (28% DV),
Magnesium (mg): 197 mg (47% DV),
Phosphorus (mg): 457 mg (37% DV),
Zinc (mg): 3 mg (27% DV),
Copper (mg): 1 mg (111% DV),
Manganese (mg): 2 mg (87% DV).
It is also an average source of:
Selenium (mcg): 9 mcg (16% DV).
'Quinoa Uncooked' contains low amounts of the following minerals per 100g:
Calcium (mg): 47 mg (4% DV),
Potassium (mg): 563 mg (12% DV),
Sodium (mg): 5 mg (0% DV).
Which vitamins are present in Quinoa Uncooked in significant amounts?
'Quinoa Uncooked' is a good source of the following vitamins per 100g:
Folate/B9 (mcg): 184 mcg (46% DV),
Food Folate (mcg): 184 mcg (46% DV),
Folate DFE (mcg): 184 mcg (46% DV).
It provides an average amount of:
Pantothenic Acid/B5 (mg): 1 mg (20% DV).
'Quinoa Uncooked' contains small to moderate amounts of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 1 mcg (0% DV),
Vitamin A (IU): 14 IU (0% DV),
Vitamin E (mg): 2 mg (13% DV),
Menaquinone-4 (mcg): 1 mcg (1% DV),
Niacin/B3 (mg): 2 mg (13% DV).
Which nutrients in 'Quinoa Uncooked' may be harmful if consumed in excess?
'Quinoa Uncooked' does not contain significant amounts of commonly overconsumed nutrients per 100g.