Quinoa

[myrori 55]

I never see it mentioned here, is it something we can have post op? I enjoyed it so with balsamic vinegar, onion and garlic pre op,

[Globetrotter 1,340]

I think it is still an uncommon grain and not a lot of people are really familiar with it yet. Also, being a grain it is a pure carb and being a grain it may swell in the stomach so people might be cautious.

[Rootman 1,101]

I know this is an old post but thought I'd post here rather than open up a whole new thread.

Does anyone have any experience with this stuff? YES, it is higher than other foods high in Protein but looks like a good way to get SOME grains in the diet and benefit from the rich Protein it provides. I have to munch on crackers now and then to keep my stomach acid at bay, crackers made from this stuff would not be as "bad" as those made from wheat.

Here's a nutritional lowdown: http://nutritiondata.self.com/facts/cereal-grains-and-pasta/10352/2

Does anyone know of a supply of ready made products from this grain?

[Tiffykins 673]

I've eaten it for a year without issue. I did hold off for a bit just like I did with rice, Pasta and potatoes, but now it's just another yummy option for me.

[Roseib 13]

I like quinoa. Used to use it for Pasta. But haven't tried it since surgery. It's my favorite white flour pasta substitute. I bought it at my local grocery chain. It should definitely be available at whole foods or other store carrying "health food"

[Roseib 13]

Ps I mean available as various kinds of premade Pasta not just flour

[jasaz 0]

Bob's Red Mill carries the grain itself. My grocery store carries Quinoa/Corn pasta's in their healthfood section. food Network has some recipes. I am just moving to solids, and am looking forward to eating again (as opposed to drinking everything).