Effect of Different Disinfection Procedures on the Microbiological Quality and Germination Efficacy of Sprouted Quinoa (<i>Chenopodium quinoa</i>) Flour

Grain processing requires sustainable and innovative alternatives. Germination, which enhances the nutritional value of grains, can also increase the microbial load, posing a challenge to food safety. In quinoa, a superfood with an exceptional nutritional profile, germination could maximize its bene...

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Published in:	Foods
Main Authors:	Silvia Melissa García-Torres, José António Teixeira, Christian R. Encina-Zelada, Cristina L. M. Silva, Ana Maria Gomes
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	MDPI AG 2025-09-01
Subjects:	mesophilic aerobic bacteria enterobacteria ultrasound combined methods
Online Access:	https://www.mdpi.com/2304-8158/14/18/3196