Here is another nutritious grain alternative. Hearty and filled with a host of vital nutrients Amaranth is claimed to have been revered by the Ancient Aztecs. With the texture quality of a grain Amaranth is incredibly versatile and can be adapted to a wide range of meals. A source of fiber protein and iron, Amaranth is also gluten free. Very similar to the popular Quinoa in nutritional profile the texture of Amaranth is very different. Amaranth holds more starch so it can be very thick lending to a more robust fuller flavor.
There are a range of associated health benefits like lowering bad cholesterol levels and preventing atherosclerosis due to a high potassium content. The protein Lysine is also contained in Amaranth, which helps bones absorb more calcium.
What is even better, it is so easy to cook. Able to compliment both savory and sweet dishes just cook on a stove top boiling in water for roughly 20 minutes. Try making it into a morning breakfast porridge by mixing in some maple syrup and fresh fruit. Try cooking and watering it down into a vegetable broth and add vegetables for a savory soup. Amaranth can be sprouted for nutritious micro greens or grown into a young plant for its leaves, both of which can make a great addition to a salad. There are so many possibilities. Watch this Amaranth cooking video from the people at Bob's Red Mill for yourself.
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