Quinoa Flour (also: Ground quinoa | Quinua flour) — Slightly bitter/grassy if unrinsed. Moist crumb. Higher protein than most GF flours.
Is it safe for coeliacs?
Naturally gluten-free. Some quinoa flour can taste bitter from natural saponins on the seed coat — choose flour made from rinsed or processed quinoa for a milder flavour.
| Region | Gluten-free status |
|---|---|
| EU | GF if certified |
| US (FDA) | GF if certified |
| Australia / NZ | GF if certified |
In the kitchen
Slightly bitter/grassy if unrinsed. Moist crumb. Higher protein than most GF flours. Best for: Baking, protein boost.
If you don’t have it
Amaranth flour
Source: HTGF flour database · evidence tier A · last reviewed June 2026.