Very small, light-coloured grain with an appealingly peppery flavour. Native to the Americas and prized by the Aztec civilization—it is a dietary staple as well as a revered symbol of the culture. Amaranth protein quality is among the highest with respect to other grains. It has comparatively more calcium and iron than other grains. Though amaranth is not technically a grain, the taste of this nutty flour could certainly fool you.