Organic Amaranth

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Amaranth is a sweet, earthy, gluten-free grain. It's extremely high in protein, iron, and fiber, and a staple in gluten-free diets. Amaranth is a versatile grain that can be enjoyed as part of a satisfying hot breakfast, in delectable cookies, in savory soups, and more!

Amaranth Cooking Ideas

There are many different methods to cook and eat amaranth, from cooking it like rice to popping it like popcorn!

1. A simple way to prepare amaranth is to boil it for about 15-20 minutes and add it to your morning cereal or toss it in a salad, similar to how you might eat couscous or quinoa.
2. You can also grind it into amaranth flour to use in baked goods, potentially toasting it to bring out more of its nutty flavor before your grind it.
3. A fun way to eat amaranth is to pop it and season it like popcorn.
4. Whole seed, cooked organic amaranth also goes well in soups, granolas, and breads.

It is best to store organic amaranth in a tightly sealed container, preferably a glass jar, in a cool, dark, dry location. Do not store organic amaranth in a cabinet near a stove, oven or dishwasher. If stored properly, organic amaranth can have a shelf life of up to one year.

Amaranth in Space

In 1985, Amaranth literally took off! This grain took a ride out of the Earth's atmosphere on US Space Shuttle Atlantis' maiden voyage. Astronauts conducted tests growing amaranth on space and ate amaranth cookies during their mission.

Amaranth in History

Amaranth was the favored grain of the Aztec empire where it was also used in religious ceremonies. The Aztecs would use amaranth to build statues of their religious deities, such as their hummingbird god. At the end of the celebrations, the statue would be broken down and eaten. Hoping to discourage Aztec religious practices, the Spanish conquistadors banned the cultivation of amaranth and it grew only as a weed for hundreds of years. Amaranth was re-discovered in the 1970 and its popularity resurged because of the grain's high nutritional content.

Health Tips

1. Amaranth is made up of 13-14% protein, and it easily contains 30% more protein than other grains. Amaranth contains the important amino acid lysine, which is not found in many grains and is vital for building muscle protein and helping the body run.
2. One cup of amaranth contains 18g of fiber, more than any other gluten-free grain. In comparison, buckwheat and millet contain 17g and white rice contains 2.4g.
3. Amaranth is one of the few grains that contain phytosterols, nutrients that play a major part in the prevention of many kinds of disease and may lower LDL cholesterol levels.

Customer Reviews

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“Hey you bunch of nuts on line I was very satisfied with the products and how fast I received my order. We intend to do business with you in the future”

Alfredo, oxnard, ca April 8, 2011

“Everything was delivered on time and very tasty :)”

Mila, Portland, OR April 8, 2011

“Great products. The most friendly people. It is a pleasure to do business with them.”

GRACE, Mount Prospect, IL March 15, 2011

“ Every thing arrive very fast, and as ordered. Excellent packaging and service.
Great shopping experience.”

Dave, Brunswick, Ohio February 4, 2011

“Thank you sooooo much for the lightening-fast shipping! I will definitely order from you again. You sound like a wonderful family!

Lillie”

Lillie, Albuquerque, NM April 10, 2010

“I read about amaranth in my "Cooking for Baby" book and decided to give it a try, but I couldn't find it in any stores around here. Your service was incredibly fast and very friendly. Thank you so much!”

Jeniva, IL March 11, 2010

“Nice!! The seeds came to Costa Rica Faster than i thought, C.A.

Gracias Nuts Online ^^”

Kristian, Cartago, Costa Rica November 4, 2009

“Receiving my box of the hard to find amaranth grain was a thrill. The box was on the counter at reception and a few employees ask who was the "nut on line." I was sure happy to say, "It's me, me, me." The amaranth is delicious and so was the dried strawberry in your power trail mix. Thank you for the fine quality and fast service. Kind regards, Susane”

Susane, Sacramento, CA April 14, 2009

“I just received my second order from nutsonline.com and am very happy with the products (organic mixed nuts, pepitas, sunflower seeds, amaranth, golden flax seeds). And I especially love that you use biodegradable packing peanuts in the box! Thank you!”

Kristin, East Otis, MA March 24, 2009

“I received my organic amaranth yesterday and cooked some up this morning. It was heavenly! Very quick service and cute emails. I feel like I am part of the family! Thanks for the great product! I will definitely order again!”

Sherri March 17, 2009

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“First of all, shipping and delivery went faster than expected. 4 days sooner than expected. BIG PLUS THERE! Packaging was real good. No broken bags, and the box was cute. I ordered 5 different products, Amaranth being the one I was most interested in. Not knowing how much the grains would swell during cooking, if at all I only cooked just under 1/4 C. for breakfast after my morning walk. (Turned out to be just he right amount for me.) After it was finished cooking, I added a few raisins, and touch (not even 1/2 tsp. ) of honey... was so good! I like how it cooked up more grainy. Was afraid it was going to be more like ... cream of wheat, was a nice surprise to see it was not. looking forward to trying this so many other ways than as breakfast. Will be ordering much larger amounts soon. Have already recommended the company to a friend.”

Kathleen, Stillwater, ok April 6, 2013

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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 28g (~1 oz.)
(Approx. 16.2 Servings/Pound)

Amount Per Serving
Calories	105
Calories From Fat	15

%DV
Total Fat	2g	3%
Saturated Fat	0g	0%
Cholesterol	0mg	0%
Sodium	6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate	19g	6%
Dietary Fiber	3g	10%
Sugars	0g
Protein	4g

Vitamin A	0%	Calcium	4%
Vitamin C	2%	Iron	12%

Ingredients

Organic Amaranth.

Packaged in the same facility as peanuts, tree nuts, soy, and milk products.

ID: 7507

1 Pound Bags
1-5 lbs.	$2.99/lb	$2.99/bag
6-10 lbs.	$2.90/lb	$2.90/bag
11+ lbs.	$2.84/lb	$2.84/bag
5 Pound Bags
5 lbs.	$2.90/lb	$14.50/bag
10 lbs.	$2.84/lb	$14.20/bag
15+ lbs.	$2.69/lb	$13.45/bag
25 Pound Cases
25+ lbs.	$1.99/lb	$49.75/case

Our beloved grandfather, Poppy Sol, started this business in an open-air market. Three generations later, we’re still bringing smiles to our customers' faces.