How to make Quinoa, the Powerhouse Seed

Quinoa, considered a grain, is a seed which is related to leafy green vegetables such as spinach, chard, and beets. It is one of the rare plant based foods that supplies all nine essential amino acids including the elusive lysine, making it a complete protein. Quinoa is a good option for vegetarians, vegans, and anyone interested in adding non meat proteins to their diets. Quinoa also boasts one of the highest levels of plant based iron levels. It's also an excellent source for magnesium, copper, phosphorus, fiber and it is naturally gluten free. Quinoa is at many grocery stores and it is available in a several colors. The most noticeable color is red, there is black, and the most common is off white. If you like to learn more on Quinoa, visit this website: http://shine.yahoo.com/event/green/how-to-make-quinoa-the-powerhouse-seed-2410950/  There are also two recipes that you can use Quinoa with at this website.