Amaranth

Nutrition Information:

Amaranth is classified as a pseudocereal, meaning it is not technically a cereal grain, but it is very similar. It is packed with manganese, magnesium, and Phosphorus, and is also a good source of iron, selenium, copper, and protein. Amaranth is good for brain function.

Storage Tips:

Amaranth can be stored in the pantry for up to 4 months, but once cooked, should be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.

Uses:

Amaranth grains can be used as porridge, in Tabbouleh recipes, served with roasted vegetables, and the greens can also be used in stir-fry, curries, soups, and more.

Recipe Ideas:

• Healingtomato.com provides a simple recipe for cooking Amaranth grain in this How To Cook Amaranth recipe.

• This yummy Amaranth Tabbouleh recipe comes from streetsmartnutrition.com.

• Here is a recipe for Vlita - Amaranth Greens from realgreekrecipes.com that provides a delicious and flavor idea for using Amaranth greens.

• Amaranth leaves can also make a delicious stew, as seen in this recipe from thebluefufu.com, Amaranth Leaves (Biteku Teku) Stew.