In my quest to eat healthier, especially in the snack department, I am always open to trying new products on the market. I was intrigued when I was asked to give I Heart Keenwah (Quinoa) a spin. I love cooking with quinoa, but never really thought of it as a snack food. The folks at I Heart Keenwah have made an all new snack out of one of my favorite side dishes and stuffings.
The variety I was given to try was the Almond. Not being a big fan of almonds, I was hesitant to try it, but went ahead and gave it a shot. I Heart Keenwah is full of (you guessed it) Quinoa, which is full of whole grain as well as being a complete protein on it’s own. I Heart Keenwah is gluten free as well.
Pros:
The crunchy texture was that of a crunchy granola bar that I love and enjoy. It was a good combination of nutty and sweet. I think this is a healthy snack food that doesn’t taste as you would expect. It is a far cry from the tasteless cardboard often found in healthier snacks.
Cons:
There was not as much Almonds as I had thought. In the picture on the packaging, it shows large nut pieces and inside, there is hardly any detectable nut clusters. For someone like myself, this is not a bad thing, but my husband was a bit disappointed.
Verdict:
I say give it a try. It is a great snack for taking with you this upcoming warm season for hikes because it is full of protein and a good, healthy source of carbs. There are several varieties including the almond I tried as well as Cranberry Cashew, Chocolate Sea Salt and Ginger Peanut.
To Purchase:
I Heart Keenwah is available at Abe’s Market or on the site in bags of over 12 for bulk direct ordering. Follow I Heart Keenwah on Facebook and Twitter.
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