# Sushi-Grade Quinoa Products Top Tier Foods' Canadian Golden Quinoa Can Be Used to Make Sushi By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2018-04-28 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sushigrade-quinoa References: [foodbeast](https://www.foodbeast.com/news/sushi-quinoa/) & [toptierfoods](https://toptierfoods.com/#sushi-quinoa-info) To help consumers put a healthy twist on [homemade sushi](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/noble-fresh-cart), Top Tier Foods has developed sushi-grad quinoa. Though the idea of replacing rice with quinoa may sound unusual, the specially formulated grain boasts a distinctly sticky texture that makes it perfect for making maki of any kind. Unlike regular quinoa, which is loose and crumbly, Top Tier Foods has developed a Canadian Golden Quinoa that mimics the [sticky texture of short rice grains](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tilda-rice). Despite the similar texture, the [sushi-grade quinoa](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glutenfree-sushi) is richer in protein, iron, and other micronutrients than white rice. As a result, the product is likely to appeal to health-conscious home cooks who are trying to up the nutritional value of their favorite Japanese dishes. Image Credit: Top Tier Foods. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.2/10 - Popularity: 12% | Activity: 17% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Sustainable Grain Alternatives:** The development of sushi-grade quinoa as a rice replacement provides an opportunity for sustainable and nutritious grain alternatives in the food industry. - **Functional Superfoods:** The creation of sushi-grade quinoa highlights the potential for incorporating nutrient-rich superfoods into innovative food products. - **Healthy Fusion Cuisine:** Sushi-grade quinoa opens up possibilities for incorporating healthy and diverse ingredients into traditional Japanese cuisine, paving the way for new fusion dishes. ### Where This Applies - **Health Food:** The health food industry can explore the use of sushi-grade quinoa as a nutritious alternative to traditional rice in a variety of products. - **Plant-based Foods:** Sushi-grade quinoa offers plant-based food companies an opportunity to create sushi alternatives that cater to vegans and vegetarians. - **Functional Ingredients:** The development of sticky, nutrient-rich quinoa for sushi-making presents an opportunity for ingredient suppliers to offer innovative and functional grain options. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Oven-Ready Sushi Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crushi.md) - [Convenient Sushi Bakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sushi-bakes.md) - [Frozen Onigiri Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plant-based-onigiri.md) - [Pregnancy-Safe Sushi](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kanetsu-sushi.md) - [Quinoa-Based Beers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quinoa-beer.md) - [Bread-Based Sushi Foods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/doughmakase.md) - [Grocery Store California Rolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trader-joes-california-roll.md) - [Square Spicy Tuna Sushi](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pressed-spicy-tuna-roll.md) - [Plant-Powered Sushi Courses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/omakase-sushi-course.md)