Development and optimization of a functional extruded snack based on maca (Lepidium meyenii Walp.), lucuma (Pouteria lucuma (Ruiz & Pav.) Kuntze), and Spirulina (Arthrospira maxima Setchell & Gardner)

Authors

  • Edson Hilmer Julca Marcelo Docente Investigador, Ingeniería Agroindustrial, Facultad de Ciencias Aplicadas, Universidad Nacional del Centro del Perú, Perú. edsonjm@uncp.edu.pe https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6238-6074
  • Hugo Fernando Cañari Marticorena Docente Investigador, Ingeniería Agroindustrial, Facultad de Ingeniería y Ciencias Humanas, Universidad Nacional del Centro del Perú, Perú. hcaniari@uncp.edu.pe https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1860-645X
  • Raúl Inga Peña Docente Investigador, Ingeniería Agroindustrial, Facultad de Ingeniería y Ciencias Humanas, Universidad Nacional del Centro del Perú, Perú. ringa@uncp.edu.pe https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7310-7739
  • Shalin Carhuallanqui Avila Docente Investigador, Facultad de Ingeniería en Industrias Alimentarias, Universidad Nacional del Centro del Perú, Perú. scarhuallanqui@uncp.edu.pe https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1880-9425
  • Natali Heidi Contreras Aylas Técnico Laboratorista, Ingeniería Agroindustrial, Facultad de Ciencias Aplicadas, Universidad Nacional del Centro del Perú, Perú. ncontreras@uncp.edu.pe
  • Deysi Alina Colachagua Calderón Técnico Laboratorista, Ingeniería Agroindustrial, Universidad Nacional Autónoma Altoandina de Tarma, Perú. dcolachagua@unaat.edu.pe https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0274-5658
  • Aixa Xiomara Rivas Quinto Ingeniería Agroindustrial, Facultad de Ciencias Aplicadas, Universidad Nacional del Centro del Perú, Perú. e_2020101449j@uncp.edu.pe https://orcid.org/0009-0009-0560-2805

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.53287/fqqq4320wv13x

Keywords:

extruded snack, maca, lucuma, spirulina, antioxidant capacity

Abstract

In response to the growing demand for nutritious and health-promoting products, this study developed and optimized an extruded snack made with maca (Lepidium meyenii Walp.), lucuma (Pouteria lucuma (Ruiz & Pav.) Kuntze), and spirulina (Arthrospira maxima Setchell & Gardner). To achieve this, formulation modeling was carried out using Design Expert v.13 software, analyzing various component combinations through physicochemical assessments and organoleptic tests with a sensory panel. Parameters such as antioxidant capacity, polyphenol content, color, odor, taste, texture, and overall appearance were evaluated. The results showed that spirulina significantly increased protein content (10.23%) and antioxidant activity (102.38 µmol TE g-1), although at higher concentrations it negatively affected color and odor. Maca powder contributed to protein and polyphenol levels (37.92 mg GAE[100g] -1), while lucuma enhanced sensory perception by improving taste and texture. The optimized formula received a high overall acceptability score (3.82 on a five point hedonic scale, corresponding to "I like it"), demonstrating the feasibility of producing a functional snack with natural ingredients that offer both high nutritional value and favorable sensory qualities. These findings support the potential of high-Andean and microalgal ingredients in the development of innovative, health-oriented food products, with promising implications for the fortified food sector.

Keywords: extruded snack, maca, lucuma, spirulina, antioxidant capacity.

 

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Published

2025-08-26

How to Cite

Julca Marcelo, E. H., Cañari Marticorena, H. F., Inga Peña, R., Carhuallanqui Avila, S., Contreras Aylas, N. H., Colachagua Calderón, D. A., & Rivas Quinto, A. X. (2025). Development and optimization of a functional extruded snack based on maca (Lepidium meyenii Walp.), lucuma (Pouteria lucuma (Ruiz & Pav.) Kuntze), and Spirulina (Arthrospira maxima Setchell & Gardner). Revista De Investigación E Innovación Agropecuaria Y De Recursos Naturales, 12(2), 7–23. https://doi.org/10.53287/fqqq4320wv13x

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ARTÍCULOS ORIGINALES