Superfood Spotlight: Amaranth
Once sacred to the Aztecs and now thriving across Africa, Amaranth is a gluten-free grain that’s making a comeback—for good reason.
Why It’s Super:
- 💪 Complete protein — Contains all 9 essential amino acids, rare for a plant
- 🧠 Magnesium-rich — Supports brain function, mood, and muscle recovery
- 🩺 Heart-smart fiber — Helps lower cholesterol and regulate blood pressure
- 🌿 Naturally gluten-free — Easy on digestion and perfect for sensitive guts
How to Use It:
- Cook into porridge with cinnamon and nut milk for a warming breakfast
- Pop like popcorn for a crunchy snack or salad topper
- Use Amaranth flour in gluten-free baking or pancakes
- Simmer into soups or stews for added texture and nutrition
Amaranth is ancient, but your recipe doesn’t have to be. Share your favorite way to cook or bake with this rebel grain and tag someone who needs to meet it 🌾💬