Pure, organic flaked quinoa, nothing more, nothing less.  The overall taste is very mild, and likely to please most taste buds with ease.  We like these packets for a few applications:  as a backdrop to various morning ‘mix-ins’; added to one of the flavored varieties to increase the lasting power without adding unnecessary sugars; and finally in recipes.  To make things interesting, I opted to trial the plain quinoa cereal in a recipe from AltiPlano Gold’s website.  We made the “energy bars”.  They turned out very well, as the quinoa added a nice soft and chewy texture.  This discovery will likely be added to my list of go-to baking ingredients. 

Overall AltiPlano Gold Instant Hot Quinoa Cereal Review:

AltiPlano Gold has taken a fantastic healthy grain and transformed it into a deliciously convenient breakfast.  Quinoa is a staple in our household, but like rice, it takes a little bit of warning time to cook.  Time…something few of us have an abundance of in the mornings.  Luckily, AltiPlano Gold utilizes organic flaked quinoa (rather than whole grain quinoa), which cooks up in a snap, literally.  It can be prepared via hot water or microwave in less than two minutes.  The microwave produced a thicker product, but I preferred the more natural taste and consistency from boiled hot water (made easy thanks to my trusty Canadian electric teakettle).  The texture is reminiscent of cream of wheat, smooth and well for lack of a better word creamy.  As someone who likes to customize my cereal, I found the consistency of this hot cereal to be a great backdrop for most mix-ins, including raisins, dried cranberries, crystallized ginger, nut butters, ground flaxseed, and chopped walnuts.  I will likely remain ‘somewhat’ loyal to my hearty bowl of morning oats (masterfully created to my order).  However, I do prefer to vary my “grains” and quinoa instant hot cereal seems like a tasty way to do so.

• Pros: Made with Organic Ingredients (including quinoa); Gluten free alternative for carb cravings; Good texture and flavors; No cholesterol; Good source of fiber and protein; Low in calories
• Cons:  Some of the varieties (including my favorite) are a bit high in sugar; May be trial and error in preparing at first; Serving sizes of quinoa itself are a bit small

Recommended For:

• Gluten free / Dairy free Dieters
• Grain Rotation
• A Little Morning Variety
• Those with Many Food Sensitivities
• Afternoon Snack on Chilly Days
• Anyone who likes the Flavor of Quinoa and the Texture of Cream of Wheat

Where to Buy:

• Online – Direct from Altiplano Gold
• In Store - Distributed to Natural Food Grocers throughout the U.S.

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