Yeah - we've looked at quinoa for this trip and I think just because it was unfamiliar we kind of passed it over.

BUT!

Tell me about the taste and texture. What is it similar to in taste? Slightly nutty maybe? Alfalfa sprouts? Sesame seeds?

By all means try the rice. I was astounded with how it turned out.  Very pleased.  I'm just happy as a clam that by going with freezer bag style cooking we can prepare and take meals that we would eat here at home but modifying them only slightly we can eat like a king and queen on the trail.

I'll look more into the quinoa! Thanks for the suggestion!