# item.guide
Side-by-Side Comparison Staple Grains & Cereals

Quinoa (White / Golden) vs. Sorghum

Comparing 2 standards across 10 specifications. 9 key differences identified.

Comparing:
Quinoa (White / Golden)
Sorghum

Quinoa (Chenopodium quinoa) is an Andean pseudograin containing all nine essential amino acids. Per 100g raw, it provides 368 kcal, 64.2g carbohydrates (7.0g fiber), 14.1g complete protein, and 6.07g fat with a low glycemic index of 53.

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Sorghum (Sorghum bicolor) is an ancient gluten-free grain rich in polyphenol antioxidants. Per 100g raw, it provides 329 kcal, 72.1g carbohydrates (6.7g fiber), 10.6g protein, and 3.46g fat with a medium glycemic index of 62.

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Specification Comparison Table

10 Parameters
Parameter / Spec
Energy / Calories
368 kcal 329 kcal
Carbohydrates
64.2 g 72.1 g
Dietary Fiber
7.0 g 6.7 g
Net Carbohydrates
57.2 g 65.4 g
Protein
14.1 g 10.6 g
Total Fat
6.07 g 3.46 g
Glycemic Index (GI)
53 (Low) 62 (Medium)
Water Content
13.3 g 12.4 g
Gluten Status
Naturally Gluten-Free Naturally Gluten-Free
Standard Water-to-Rice Ratio
2.0 : 1.0 (by volume) 3.0 : 1.0 (by volume)