What is the answer to "Rice alternative" in the WSJ Crossword?

The answer to the WSJ Crossword clue "Rice alternative" is QUINOA (6 letters).

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Rice alternative WSJ Crossword Clue

Down clue · from the September 15, 2026 puzzle

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Answer

QUINOA

6 letters · Down · last seen September 15, 2026

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