How to Cook Quinoa

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  • Prep Time

    5 mins

  • Cook Time

    5 mins

  • Total Time

    20 mins

  • Servings

    4 servings

  • Calories

    156 kcal

  • Course

    Side Dish

  • Cuisine

    American

How to Cook Quinoa

Learn how to cook quinoa easily. Follow my step-by-step tutorial to make perfect quinoa on your stovetop. It's a quick and staple recipe with fluffy texture

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 1 cup uncooked quinoa
  • 1 ¾ cups water or broth
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
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Instructions

  1. Place the quinoa in a fine mesh sieve; Rinse thoroughly in cold water until the water runs clear to remove any residue off the quinoa; drain.
  2. Transfer the drained quinoa to a small saucepan and add water or broth and salt. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
  3. Lower heat to a simmer, cover the saucepan with a lid and cook covered for 15 minutes.
  4. Remove the pot from the heat. Allow the quinoa to rest in the saucepan for about 5 minutes, without opening the lid, to absorb all the liquid and steam. Uncover and fluff with a fork to separate the quinoa.
  5. Use in a recipe or transfer to a storage container for up to 5 days.

Notes

  • Storage: Store any leftovers in an airtight container. They will last up to 5 days in the fridge.
  • Photo Credit: Erin Jensen

Nutrition Information

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Calories 156kcal (8%) Carbohydrates 27g (9%) Protein 6g (12%) Fat 3g (5%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Sodium 153mg (6%) Potassium 239mg (7%) Fiber 3g (12%) Calcium 23mg (2%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 156 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 156kcal 8%
Carbohydrates 27g 9%
Protein 6g 12%
Fat 3g 5%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 153mg 6%
Potassium 239mg 5%
Fiber 3g 12%
Calcium 23mg 2%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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