What color quinoa is the most nutritious?
There are three colors of quinoa - red, black and white. White quinoa is the most commonly used. It is light, fluffy and has a mild flavor. Red quinoa is a little heavier in texture and has a nuttier flavor. Black quinoa is the third option. It's harder to find in the store. It's flavor is much earthier. You can use any of these varieties in this recipe! Or you can buy a tricolor version, which is a great mix of all of them.