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ArticleFood chemistry: X2025

Optimizing functional, stability, and sensory attributes of quinoa beverages through bioprocessing, ultrasonication, and hydrocolloids.

Sobhy A El-Sohaimy, Taha Mehany, Mohamed G Shehata, Ashraf A Zeitoun, Hanan M Alharbi, Khairiah Mubarak Alwutayd, Mohamed A M Zeitoun

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Sobhy A El-SohaimyFood Technology Department, Arid Lands Cultivation Research Institute, City of Scientific Research and Technological Applications, 21934 Alexandria, Egypt.
Taha MehanyFood Technology Department, Arid Lands Cultivation Research Institute, City of Scientific Research and Technological Applications, 21934 Alexandria, Egypt.
Mohamed G ShehataFood Technology Department, Arid Lands Cultivation Research Institute, City of Scientific Research and Technological Applications, 21934 Alexandria, Egypt.
Ashraf A ZeitounDepartment of Food Science, Faculty of Agriculture (Saba Basha), Alexandria University, 21531 Alexandria, Egypt.
Hanan M AlharbiDepartment of Biology, College of Science, Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University, P.O. Box 84428, Riyadh 11671, Saudi Arabia.
Khairiah Mubarak AlwutaydDepartment of Biology, College of Science, Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University, P.O. Box 84428, Riyadh 11671, Saudi Arabia.
Mohamed A M ZeitounDepartment of Food Science, Faculty of Agriculture (Saba Basha), Alexandria University, 21531 Alexandria, Egypt.

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Abstract

This study evaluated how various processing methods affect the nutritional, functional, and sensory qualities of a saponin-free quinoa-beverage. Bioprocessing techniques-soaking, germination, malting, and dehulling-were applied to reduce saponin and enhance nutritional value. Soaking eliminated saponins entirely, while germination and malting reduced levels to 0.02 % compared to 0.06 % in raw quinoa. These processes also improved functional properties such as water/oil absorption, foaming, and emulsification. Nutritional enhancements included increased polyphenol content, antioxidant activity, and higher levels of copper, manganese, and vitamin E. Ultrasonication at 15 min significantly improved suspension stability, especially when combined with 1.0 % xanthan gum, which maintained 100 % stability over eight days of cold storage. Sensory qualities were improved using natural additives like vanilla and guava. The optimal formulation used soaked quinoa, 15-min ultrasonication, 1.0 % xanthan gum, 1.0 % guava, and vanilla. This research presents a scalable method for producing a nutritious, stable, and appealing quinoa-based beverage for the functional drink market.

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Antioxidant activityBeverage stabilityFunctional beverageNutritional qualityPhysicochemicalPlant-based milkSaponin removalSensory

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