Andean Grains
Product description
Quinoa, amaranth, chia and canihua are among the great treasures of the Andes—domesticated over centuries and capable of thriving at altitudes above 4 000 m. These grains condense remarkable levels of protein, fibre, vitamins and minerals, and are increasingly sought after by health‑focused consumers worldwide. Villa Andina works directly with smallholder farmers in Ayacucho, La Libertad, Andahuaylas and Puno to build a short, robust supply chain. Close crop monitoring and strict traceability reduce the risk of cross‑contamination and allow us to trace every lot back to the farmers who grew it. Using first‑class cleaning and processing technology, we ensure optimal purity and microbiological safety. From farm to table, Villa Andina delivers a risk‑free product and a reliable supply chain.
Why choose Villa Andina’s Andean grains?
Andean grains provide manufacturers and foodservice providers with high‑quality, nutrient‑dense ingredients that meet growing demand for plant‑based, gluten‑free and functional foods. They are rich in complete proteins, dietary fibre, antioxidants and essential minerals, and have a low glycaemic index. Their versatility allows them to be used whole, as flours, flakes, puffed or toasted, adding nutritional and textural value to cereals, bakery products, snacks and beverage blends.
Our portfolio includes:
Quinoa
- -White, red, black and tricoloured quinoa grains
- -Quinoa powder (raw flour) and cooked (gelatinised) powder
- -Quinoa flakes
- -Toasted quinoa
Amaranth (Kiwicha)
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-Amaranth grains
-Amaranth powder
-Amaranth flakes
-Puffed amaranth
Chia
- -Chia seeds
- -Defatted chia powder
Canihua
- -Canihua grains
- -Canihua powder
- -Canihua flakes
- -Puffed canihu
Our Products List
Quinoa
Native quinoa (Chenopodium quinoa) is cultivated by smallholder farmers at altitudes above 3 000 m. Once harvested, the grains are threshed, washed and meticulously selected to meet our exacting quality standards. With purity levels reaching 99.99 % and a fully traceable supply chain, Villa Andina delivers some of the finest quinoa on the market—a clean, food‑safe ingredient ready for industrial applications.
Amaranth
Native amaranth (Amaranthus caudatus) is cultivated by smallholder farmers in the inter‑Andean valleys of Cusco and Andahuaylas. Once harvested, the grains are cleaned and processed in our facility to achieve specified purity levels and meet stringent food‑safety standards. Rich in complete protein and fibre and grown sustainably, Villa Andina’s amaranth is a reliable, nutrient‑dense ingredient for cereals, baked goods, extruded snacks and other industrial applications.
Chia
Villa Andina’s chia seeds are a high‑fibre, nutrient‑rich ingredient prized for their omega‑3 fatty acids and antioxidant properties. They support cardiovascular health, help maintain healthy cholesterol levels and promote digestive function. Grown by smallholder farmers in the highland areas of Cusco and Andahuaylas, the seeds are cleaned and processed to meet rigorous purity and safety standards. With a short, fully traceable supply chain, Villa Andina delivers a risk‑free product you can trust. We offer both whole chia seeds and defatted chia powder to accommodate a range of industrial applications.
Canihua
Canihua (Chenopodium pallidicaule) is a high‑protein grain with a pleasant nutty flavour—offering product developers an attractive alternative to quinoa. Naturally gluten‑free and nutrient‑dense, it provides a rich amino acid profile that supports high‑protein and functional food formulations. Villa Andina sources canihua from small farms, cleans and processes it to stringent purity standards, and offers it in grain, flour, flake and puffed formats. As an emerging star in the Andean‑grain sector, canihua is ideal for cereals, bars, bakery products and other applications requiring a reliable, traceable supply of quality ingredients.
