How to Cook Quinoa

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  • Prep Time

    2 mins

  • Cook Time

    2 mins

  • Total Time

    20 mins

  • Servings

    6

  • Calories

    104 kcal

  • Course

    Side Dish

  • Cuisine

    American

How to Cook Quinoa

Quinoa is my favorite of all the grains and it's gluten free so it's an essential pantry item at my house.  It is infinitely adaptable and packed with protein and fiber.  Here is the ultimate guide to How to Cook Quinoa.

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Ingredients

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  • 1 cup white quinoa
  • 2 cups water or broth
  • ½ teaspoon salt
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Instructions

  1. Add two cups of water or chicken broth to a medium sized pot.  Add one cup of quinoa to the pot and add salt.
  2. Turn heat to high and bring to a full boil. You will see little bubbles all around the edges of the pot.
  3. Turn heat to low, cover with a lid and set timer for 15 minutes.
  4. When timer ends remove from heat and let sit for five minutes.
  5. Remove lid and fluff well with a fork. Taste and add more salt if needed

Notes

  • This recipe will make 3-4 cups of cooked quinoa.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 104kcal (5%) Carbohydrates 18g (6%) Protein 4g (8%) Fat 2g (3%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Sodium 195mg (8%) Potassium 160mg (5%) Fiber 2g (8%) Calcium 13mg (1%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 104 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 104kcal 5%
Carbohydrates 18g 6%
Protein 4g 8%
Fat 2g 3%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 195mg 8%
Potassium 160mg 3%
Fiber 2g 8%
Calcium 13mg 1%
Iron 1mg 6%

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

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