FOXTAIL MILLET
Ancient Grain
Modern Superfood
Discover the incredible power of foxtail millet - a 9,000-year-old grain that's packed with protein, fiber, and essential nutrients. This gluten-free superfood is making a comeback as the perfect solution for healthy, sustainable nutrition.
Nutrition Profile
Packed with essential nutrients per 100g serving
Nutritional Breakdown
Why It's Special
Gluten-Free
Perfect for celiac disease
Low GI
Steady energy release
Alkaline
Balances body pH
Antioxidants
Fights free radicals
Daily Value Highlights
Daily Iron
Daily Fiber
Daily Protein
Daily Magnesium
Delicious Recipes
Transform this ancient grain into modern culinary masterpieces
Creamy Breakfast Porridge
Nutritious Morning Start
Ingredients
- • 1 cup foxtail millet
- • 3 cups milk/almond milk
- • 2 tbsp honey/maple syrup
- • 1 tsp vanilla extract
- • Fresh fruits & nuts
Instructions
- 1 Rinse millet and soak for 30 minutes
- 2 Boil with milk for 20-25 minutes
- 3 Add sweetener and vanilla
- 4 Top with fruits and serve hot
Savory Vegetable Pilaf
Perfect Dinner Side
Ingredients
- • 1 cup foxtail millet
- • 2 cups vegetable broth
- • Mixed vegetables
- • 2 tbsp olive oil
- • Herbs & spices
Instructions
- 1 Toast millet in dry pan for 3 minutes
- 2 Sauté vegetables in olive oil
- 3 Add millet and broth, simmer 20 mins
- 4 Season and let rest 5 minutes
Healthy Millet Cookies
Guilt-Free Treats
Ingredients
- • 1 cup millet flour
- • 1/2 cup coconut oil
- • 1/3 cup jaggery/brown sugar
- • 1 tsp vanilla extract
- • Chocolate chips/nuts
Instructions
- 1 Mix dry ingredients in a bowl
- 2 Cream oil and jaggery together
- 3 Combine wet and dry ingredients
- 4 Bake at 350°F for 12-15 minutes
Cooking Tips & Tricks
Perfect Texture
Toast millet before cooking for a nutty flavor and better texture. Use 1:2.5 ratio with liquid.
Timing Matters
Soak for 30 minutes before cooking to reduce cooking time and improve digestibility.
Flavor Boost
Cook in broth instead of water, and add herbs and spices for enhanced taste and aroma.
Sustainable Growing
Climate-resilient crop that's saving our planet
Climate Champion
Water Efficient
Drought Resistant
Requires 70% less water than rice and wheat. Can grow in arid regions with minimal irrigation, making it perfect for climate change adaptation.
Soil Friendly
Regenerative Agriculture
Improves soil health through deep root systems. Requires minimal fertilizers and pesticides, promoting sustainable farming practices.
Fast Growing
Quick Harvest
Matures in just 60-90 days, allowing multiple harvests per year. This rapid growth cycle ensures food security and farmer income stability.
Carbon Negative
Climate Solution
Absorbs more carbon dioxide than it produces, helping combat climate change. A true superfood for both human health and planetary health.
Ancient Wisdom
9,000 Years Old
Archaeological evidence shows foxtail millet was cultivated in China during the Neolithic period
Royal Food
Ancient Chinese emperors considered it a sacred grain, essential for ceremonies and royal feasts
Global Journey
Spread across Asia, Africa, and Europe, becoming a staple food for billions throughout history
Join the Millet Revolution
Make the switch to this ancient superfood and transform your health while helping save the planet. Every bowl of foxtail millet is a step towards a more sustainable future.