Quick bites: the latest food news and kitchen products

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ROLL OVER QUINOA!

From the same family as chickpeas and lentils, lupin flakes are a nutritional powerhouse. Low in carbs, with three times the protein of quinoa, they’re great in salads, smoothies and cereal. $9.50 for 400g, from independent supermarkets and health food stores or at thelupinco.com.au.