Taste: Earthy, Nutty Flavor
Gluten Free grain good for someone with celiac disease and gluten sensitivity.
Taste Beet-like, Earthy taste
Nutritional Content
Huge amount of Vitamin K Vitamin K plays a vital role in blood clotting which speeds up the time of wound recovery. It also contributes to healthy bones. You also find abundance of Vitamin C which helps protect and maintain the body’s cells, promote healthy skin, blood vessels, cartilage, and bones; and helps heal wounds.
 
Health Benefits
Packed with Manganese which is especially important for brain function and believed to protect against certain neurological conditions. It is also high in phosphorus, a mineral that is important for bone health. Amaranth is also a good source of fiber, protein, magnesium, iron, and health promoting antioxidants. These antioxidants help protect against harmful free radicals in the body. Free radicals can cause damage to cells and contribute to the development of chronic diseases.
It has an anti- inflammatory effect in the body. Some animal studies show that amaranth may help in reducing levels of total and bad LDL cholesterol.
It is high in protein and fiber, both of which may help reduce appetite and increase weigh loss.
How to use Amaranth in Recipes.
As a garnish to cooked dishes like omelets, fish, and soup.
Add to fresh salads.
Add some zest to sandwiches, wraps, and tacos.
Add to smoothies for a vitamin- pick me up.
 Garnish cocktails (think Martinis or Bloody Marys) both sweet and savory.