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Kaniwa is, like quinoa, an ancient grain that grows in Peru and Bolivia. It is about half the size of quinoa but otherwise quite similar. It’s an excellent source of protein and amino acids, and exceptionally high in fiber, iron, and calcium and is also gluten-free like quinoa. Enjoy it in salads, soups or as the stuffing. However, one major difference between the two is that kaniwa doesn’t have saponins that gives quinoa a soapy, slightly bitter flavour if not rinsed properly.
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- Combine the kaniwa with water in a small saucepan. Bring to a gentle boil, then lower the heat, cover, and simmer gently for about 15 minutes, until the water is absorbed.
- Transfer to a bowl and allow them to cool to room temperature. Add the remaining ingredients and toss together. Place them over cabbage leaves or greens and serve immediately.
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What a timely recipe, Angie. My husband brought Kaniwa from his hiking trip to Macha Pichu and I was wondering what to do.. and now I know. thanks for sharing the recipe.
Oh, the salad looks beautiful, by the way1
Kaniwa is totally new to me.. this looks interesting nice salad
Your dishes look so fresh and beautiful!
Nice healthy salad recipe. Love it
You make salads so exciting, Angie! I am dying for a taste. I would never have thought much about salads if not for your blog.
That looks so good! Never heard of kana before...
Cheers,
Rosa
This is something new to me! Another healthy grains. Your salad looks very pretty! Love the fresh figs!
Lovely salad with healthy ingredients.. So new to me and loved it :)
This salad looks amazing Angie, I haven't tried Kaniwa before so I can't wait to make your recipe with it! It sounds delicious. I love the addition of truffle oil too!
Returning from Hokkaido some time back, I can relate to this salad. Your salads are always a class about the rest, always.
This is such a pretty salad, Angie! I've never tried Kaniwa but I know I would love it like quinoa! Those figs are just gorgeous in here too!
Looks pretty and delicious, Angie. A lovely fall salad. Perhaps I'd like Kaniwa better than quinoa...which I find bitter and frankly, nobody in my family likes it either.
I've never heard of kaniwa but am excited to seek it out when I go to Whole Foods. I have clients that don't like the taste of quinoa so this may be the answer. I don't even recall seeing it in my ancient grains book but will have to pull it out now to see if I missed it. The way you've prepared it looks perfect for fall and so tasty. Thank you for sharing this. I can't wait to try it.
I always learn something new from your recipes Angie. The grain looks wonderful - the color is gorgeous. And those figs - they are absolutely beautiful! What a wonderful combination of flavors.
I love salad and you always make awesome and beautiful salads. Would love to try this kaniwa :)
I have never heard of Kaniwa, Angie. I love learning about new ingredients and this look like an exciting salad! So pretty too!
My dear friend. You're really really special! <3 What a wonderful recipe! Every time it's a surprise! Thanks and a big big hug dear! <3
I just made a batch of quinoa this morning and it's great to learn something new! Thank you. Lovely dish and the roasted pumpkin is great.
I have never heard of kaniwa, so thanks for introducing me to it! sounds wonderful!
I've never had Kaniwa before. The salad looks delicious.
You are so lucky to find such gorgeous figs there, Angie! I love the combination of ingredients you used and will have to see if kaniwa is available here!
is kaniwa the next big thing? if so, i heard about it first here! what a delicious fall salad, angie!
This looks great! Since I can't find kaniwa where I live I think I'll try with amaranth because of the size. Also it pretty much is like quinoa.
OMG, I LOVE quinoa so how have I never heard of kaniwa before?!? I am most definitely looking for it tomorrow when I go to the store!! This salad is absolutely gorgeous, Angie!! LOVE the figs in here!!! Cheers, friend!
I never heard of kaniwa before! It sounds even better than quinoa because it doesn't have that bitterness. This looks and sounds delicious with the figs and pumpkin!
I never heard of kaniwa before! It sounds even better than quinoa because it doesn't have that bitterness. This looks and sounds delicious with the figs and pumpkin!
WOW! This looks so beautiful, delicious. Bookmarked!
Another ancient grain... looks very interesting. I just bought a pack of quinoa and trying to put it into use, I don't think I would find kaniwa here. The salad looks delicious...
Kaniwa is a new ingredient for me. Would love to try this pretty salad :)
What a gorgeous salad Angie. I'm not familiar with Kaniwa, but I do know quinoa and would love to try this grain.
Sam
The salad look interesting and delicious. I would love to taste it.
Oh my gosh, that is a VISUAL feast! Love anything with figs! <3 <3 - htttp://www.domesticgeekgirl.com
Angie, you are amazing! Thanks for introducing me to yet another grain-type thing I've never even heard of!
What a glorious homage to fall...I'm super into exotic winter squash right now, too. Lovely Thanksgiving-worthy salad :)
une salade gourmande et joliment présentée
bonne soirée
Your dishes are always so unique and beautiful Angie, another home run :)
I've yet to try kaniwa - I do love quinoa so I'm sure I'll enjoy this too. Love the figs in this salad!
Amazing looking salad. However, I have never heard of kaniwa, it is nice to learn something new, I have to look for it now.
I have never heard of kaniwa but sounds and looks absolutely mouthwatering!
Angie once again your salad made me drool in the morning. You are a salad queen and this sounds and looks so dreamy. I will have to look for kaniwa to make this! :)
I am yet to try kaniwa, it sounds great in this salad.
I love your style of making salad...Its simple, elegant and looks so good!!
A lovely salad, gorgeous fresh figs. Oh I haven't seen kaniwa here ... something very new to me.
Oh my goodness, I have never heard of this grain, will give it a try. Your figs look absolutely perfect and delicious, love this combo. Pinned and printed!!!!
Wow - you always make such wonderful salads. I love the ingredients - figs,pumpkin, basil. I need to order some kaniwa. I haven't seen it in the stores.
What a beautiful, delicious way to start the new season! Perfect for my weekday lunches!!!
Kaniwa, that's a new grain for me, the salad looks superb, might be I can try it out with quinoa or couscous..
Wel now I have to go find some Kaniwa! Gorgeous salad, I just bought 3 kinds of squash I picked myslef in the filed, may give this a try.
Very interesting! I always learn new things when I visit your blog. I love the combination of figs and pumpkin. Wonderful fall salad!
You are right, definitely a similar grain except for size...Very nice. I will need to be on the look out for kaniwa.
Velva
Kaniwa is yet another new ingredient you have introduced me to, Angie. The colours in this salad are beautiful. It is like a bowl of little jewels. I'd be so happy to get this on my table.
just looking at it makes me feel healthy LOL. seriously this looks delicious too.
Thanks for the explanation, because as first, this recipe registered in my mind as "blah blah with blah blah ... figs." But it's so alluring that I wanted to see what it was. I love quinoa, so this seems like a go for me. I'll bet the textures of the pumpkin and figs are nicely balanced. Nice work!
Love the presentation, Angie!
I've never heard of Kaniwa and I'm not sure I can get hold of it here in the UK, but I love quinoa so I'm pretty sure I will love this! Looks delicious and I like the mixture of pumpkin and fresh figs :)
Kaniwa is new to me and I will be checking it out. It sounds great and your salad looks delicious, Angie! Thanks for the recipe!
What a healthy and delicious salad Angie! Can't wait to buy kaniwa;) Thanks for sharing.
This salad looks amazing and i love the unique twist of using Kaniwa instead of another grain!
Say what? That's a title that I would have a hard time pronouncing. :) Kaniwa - I've never hear of it, but as an ancient grain, it sounds quite interesting. I prefer the smaller grains, personally. Your salad looks so very interesting with so many textures and flavors. Of course, for me the figs make it (because I know what they are - Ha Ha).
The photos are gorgeous, Angie! Nice recipe too ♥
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Angie this is a really elegant and super delicious salad! And I do love figs!! Brava!
I love quinoa but have never used kaniwa. I'll have to look harder when I visit my local health store next time. Thanks for this great salad idea!
Oh this looks lovely and filling and man I’m HUNGRY now!
THis look really beautiful ANgie !
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I have never heard of kaniwa...so interesting, and yes, its sure looks like quinoa.
What a great combination...pumpkin and fig...I love it!
I am intrigued by Kaniwa, and would love to try this "new to me" grain!
What a fancy looking an interesting salad!
Fig season is so short over here. I don't see fresh figs in the stores anymore :( Great to hear that kaniwa does not have saponins.
Love the way you plated the salad. So elegant! what a healthy dish!
I have not heard of kaniwa. Sounds like a healthy salad. I must look for the kaniwa and try this.
This looks like an indulgent but healthy salad.
I love the idea of Kaniwa! Never heard of it but anything close to quinoa sounds amazing! Love the look of this salad!
Tu ensalada es maravillosa y muy elegante,genial con quínoa,precioso el color,abrazos.
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