This high-protein grain (prounounced keen-wah) has been a staple in South America and is currently enjoying popularity in the US due to its taste and versatility in addition to its health benefits. Golden quinoa is cooked like rice, and can be flavored much like rice or couscous as a side dish or soup ingredient. Be sure to rinse quinoa thoroughly before cooking, it has a natural bitterness which must be removed before eating.