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Nourish You

Tricolor Quinoa

Name: Tricolor Quinoa
Brand: Nourish You

Clean SafeShelf · review pending

NOVA 1single ingredientno added sugarnaturally gluten-freevegan certifiedlow sodiumno preservativeslactose-freepregnancy-safenut-freediabetic-safegluten-freeinfant-safe

Serving

45 g

Pack

500 g

Ingredients

Barcode

8 08005 34590 40

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01 — Ingredient mix

What’s in the box, ranked from most concerning.

Each ingredient gets a tier from our researched dossier. The list sorts worst-first; the donut summarises the distribution. Tap any ingredient for its full dossier.

Cleared · 1 ingredient shown

Cleared1 of 1 ingredient

Black QuinoaCleared

02 — Claims audit

Every label claim, fact-checked.

We treat each claim as a question — does what’s inside back it up? Tap a claim for the reasoning.

4/12

claims fully supported

“Saponin Free”misleading

The ingredient dossier explicitly notes that quinoa's outer seed coat contains saponins that can cause gastrointestinal irritation if not rinsed, and the product's own directions for use instruct consumers to 'rinse the quinoa thoroughly' — inconsistent with a saponin-free claim.

“Rich Source of Protein”misleading

Protein is 7.65g per 100g, supplying ~16.3% of energy. FSSAI 'rich source' requires ≥12g protein per 100g or ≥20% energy from protein; neither threshold is met.

“Rich Source of Dietary Fibre”misleading

Dietary fibre is 3.6g per 100g. FSSAI 'rich source of fibre' requires ≥6g per 100g; this product provides only 60% of that threshold.

“Rich Source of Iron”unverified

No absolute iron value (mg) is declared in the nutrition panel. The daily value percentage panel shows 16% DV iron per serving, which can constitute a 'good source' claim but is insufficient to verify 'rich source' (typically requiring ≥30% DV) without the absolute mg value; iron content data is absent.

“Rich Source of Calcium”false

The daily value panel shows only 2% DV calcium per serving — far below any 'rich source' threshold. This claim is not supported by the available data.

“Full of Fibre”misleading

Dietary fibre is 3.6g per 100g contributing 10% DV per serving. While not negligible, 'full of fibre' implies a high-fibre product; FSSAI's high-fibre threshold of ≥6g/100g is not met.

“Source of Protein”true

At 7.65g protein per 100g and ~16.3% energy from protein, the product meets FSSAI's lower 'source of protein' threshold (≥5% energy from protein). This claim is supported.

“Calcium & Iron”misleading

The product does contain both minerals; iron at 16% DV per serving is meaningful. Calcium at only 2% DV per serving is present but negligible. The claim implies meaningful amounts of both, which is not the case for calcium.

“Raw Vegan”true

Certifications on the label explicitly include 'Raw Vegan Gluten Free', and the vegetarian status is confirmed as vegan in extra information.

“Gluten Free”true

Quinoa is naturally gluten-free and the product carries a certified 'Gluten Free' label. Cross-contamination risk exists for celiac patients but the label certification is present.

“Naturally Gluten Free”true

Quinoa (Chenopodium quinoa) is botanically gluten-free; this is an accurate descriptor of the ingredient.

“A superfood meal for a healthy day!”unverified

This is a marketing tagline. No clinical outcome data or regulatory substantiation is provided in any of the four data sources to evaluate it as a health claim.

03 — The fuller picture

Read the whole thing if a one-line verdict isn’t enough.

What’s in favour, and what’s working against it

In favour

Single ingredient — 100% whole quinoa, nothing added
No added sugar; declared sugar is 0g per 100g
Zero trans fat and zero saturated fat
Very low sodium (8 mg per 100g)
Certified raw vegan and gluten-free
FSSAI licensed; manufactured in India with traceable details

Working against

Multiple 'Rich Source' claims not met under FSSAI thresholds
'Saponin Free' claim conflicts with advice to rinse thoroughly
Cross-contamination risk for celiac consumers despite gluten-free label
Moderate oxalate content; unsuitable in high quantities for kidney-stone-prone individuals

Who should approach with care

Gluten Intolerance — Although quinoa is naturally gluten-free and this product is certified as such, commercial quinoa is frequently cross-contaminated with wheat, barley, or rye during harvesting and processing; individuals with celiac disease should verify dedicated gluten-free processing lines.

Kidney Disease — Quinoa contains moderate oxalates and phosphorus, which can worsen calcium oxalate kidney stone formation and elevate phosphorus load in individuals with chronic kidney disease.

Ibs — Quinoa's dietary fiber content and residual saponins (if inadequately rinsed) may exacerbate bloating, cramping, and diarrhea in individuals with irritable bowel syndrome.

Infants — Isolated quinoa proteins for infant formula are not authorized in the EU and EFSA safety evaluation is pending; parents should seek medical guidance before introducing quinoa-derived products to infants under 12 months.

Gout — Quinoa contains purines that, while lower than animal protein sources, may still contribute to elevated uric acid levels; individuals with gout should moderate intake and monitor their response.

The full analysis

Tricolor Quinoa from Nourish You is one of the cleanest packaged grain products on the Indian market — a single whole-food ingredient with no additives, no added sugar, zero trans fat, and a certified vegan and raw status. Health-conscious adults, vegetarians, and those seeking a gluten-free grain alternative are the core buyers. The main concern is not the product itself but several of the on-pack marketing claims: 'Rich Source of Protein', 'Rich Source of Dietary Fibre', and 'Rich Source of Calcium' are not supported by the declared nutrition figures under FSSAI thresholds, and the 'Saponin Free' claim is contradicted by the directions that explicitly ask consumers to rinse the grain thoroughly before cooking.

FSSAI licence

13615010000200

Manufacturer

Kilaru Naturals Private Limited

Region

Source

MANUAL

Analysis

Independently researched