Quinoa Black 1kg

Recipes & Uses

• Perfect for Salads

  Cook and cool Black Quinoa, then toss it with roasted vegetables, fresh herbs, leafy greens and your favourite dressing.

  Its dark colour creates a striking contrast with colourful vegetables, making it particularly attractive in composed salads.

  Ideal for Buddha Bowls

  Use Black Quinoa as the base for a colourful meal bowl with ingredients such as:

  • Roasted kumara
  • Chickpeas
  • Avocado
  • Spinach or kale
  • Red cabbage
  • Pumpkin seeds
  • Hummus or tahini dressing

  SpicenEasy currently features a Black Quinoa Buddha Bowl built around similar ingredients.

  Serve Instead of Rice or Couscous

  Black Quinoa can be served as a versatile side dish alongside curries, grilled chicken, roasted vegetables, fish or stews.

  Its nutty flavour and slightly firmer bite provide a different texture from rice or traditional couscous.

  Great for Meal Prep

  Cook a batch ahead and refrigerate it for use in lunch bowls, salads and side dishes throughout the week.

  The grains hold their texture particularly well once cooked and cooled, which makes Black Quinoa useful for prepared lunches.

  Make Black Quinoa Tabbouleh

  Replace traditional bulgur with cooked and cooled Black Quinoa, then combine with parsley, mint, tomato, cucumber and lemon.

  The dark grains give a familiar tabbouleh-style salad a completely different appearance and texture. SpicenEasy's current quinoa content also suggests Black Quinoa Tabbouleh.

  Try It for Breakfast

  Simmer cooked Black Quinoa with milk or a plant-based alternative and add cinnamon, berries, nuts or dried fruit for a warm breakfast bowl.

  Breakfast porridge is one of the uses currently recommended by SpicenEasy.

  Use in Stuffed Vegetables

  Combine cooked Black Quinoa with vegetables, herbs and seasonings to fill capsicums, tomatoes, courgettes or mushrooms.

  Its firm texture helps provide substance to vegetable fillings.

  Useful in Veggie Patties

  Cooked Quinoa can be incorporated into vegetable patties and burgers, where it adds texture alongside beans, vegetables and other binding ingredients. This is another application highlighted on the existing product page.

  How to Cook Black Quinoa

  Rinse the Quinoa thoroughly before cooking.

  SpicenEasy's current product page gives a cooking time of approximately 15–20 minutes, depending on the texture required.

  Cook in water or stock until the grains are tender but retain a slight bite, then allow them to rest briefly before fluffing with a fork.

  Black Quinoa vs White Quinoa

  Black Quinoa generally retains a firmer texture and has a more noticeable earthy, nutty character.

  White Quinoa tends to cook softer and fluffier with a milder flavour.

  Keeping your Black, Red and White Quinoa pages distinct by flavour, texture and culinary use will give you much better SEO coverage than giving all three essentially the same superfood description.

  Buy Black Quinoa in Bulk in New Zealand

  SpicenEasy currently offers Black Quinoa in a 1kg pack within the Bulk Buy range.

  Order Black Quinoa online in NZ for salads, Buddha bowls, meal prep, sides, breakfasts and vegetable dishes.

  Storage

  Store uncooked Black Quinoa tightly sealed in an airtight container in a cool, dry place away from moisture.

  Quick & Versatile: Cooks in just 15-20 minutes and works well in salads, bowls, stuffings, and more.

How to Use :
Black quinoa adds a beautiful colour and texture to any meal:

• Salads & Bowls: Toss cooked black quinoa with roasted vegetables, greens, and a zesty dressing.

• Side Dish: Serve as a nutrient-rich alternative to rice or couscous.

• Breakfast Porridge: Simmer with plant-based milk, cinnamon, and berries for a protein-packed start to your day.

• Baking & Veggie Burgers: Use as a binder in patties or add to bread for extra nutrition.

• Meal Prep: Cook a batch at the start of the week for quick, healthy lunches.

We source the finest black quinoa, ensuring it’s nutrient-dense, flavourful, and perfect for your kitchen.

• Premium Quality: Carefully selected for its rich colour and firm texture.

• Ethically Sourced: Supports sustainable farming practices.

• Trusted by Kiwis: Your go-to NZ source for wholesome, superfoods.

Storage: Store in a cool, dry place in an airtight container.

 Note 

At Spice N Easy, we take food safety and allergen awareness seriously. Please be aware that all our products are packed in a facility in New Zealand , that also handles various allergens, including tree nuts, peanuts, sesame, lupin, gluten-containing cereals, soy, milk, eggs, and other potential allergens.

Although we take care to minimise the risk of cross-contact, we cannot guarantee that our products are completely free from traces of these allergens.

If you have a food allergy, intolerance, or dietary restriction, please read the product label carefully before consumption. If you have any concerns about allergens in our products, please contact us before placing your order.

Your safety and well-being are important to us. Thank you for choosing Spice N Easy.