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How to Cook Quinoa

How to cook quinoa on the stove! Follow this quinoa recipe for perfect fluffy quinoa every time.

Prep Time
2 mins
Cook Time
2 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 3 cups cooked
Calories: 209 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 2 cups of water
  • 1 cup quinoa
  • chopped fresh cilantro parsley or herbs of choice (optional)

Instructions

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  1. Rinse the quinoa. Place quinoa in a mesh strainer and rinse under cold water until water runs clear.
  2. Add water and quinoa to a medium pot and bring to a boil over high heat.
  3. Reduce the heat, cover, and let simmer for 15 minutes.
  4. Remove from heat. Let sit, covered, for 10 minutes.
  5. Fluff with fork. Top with herbs as desired.

Notes

  • Freeze cooked quinoa in a freezer-safe storage container for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
  • TO STORE: Let the quinoa cool before storing in an airtight container. Refrigerate cooked white rice for up to 5 days.
  • TO REHEAT: Add the quinoa and a small amount of water or broth (or an ice cube!) to a microwave-safe bowl and microwave for 1-2 minutes until reheated.
  • TO FREEZE: Freeze cooked quinoa in a freezer-safe storage container for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1 cup cooked Calories 209kcal (10%) Carbohydrates 36g (12%) Protein 8g (16%) Fat 3g (5%) Saturated Fat 0.4g (2%) Polyunsaturated Fat 2g Monounsaturated Fat 1g Potassium 319mg (9%) Fiber 4g (16%) Vitamin A 8IU (0%) Calcium 31mg (3%) Iron 3mg (17%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 3cups cooked

Amount Per Serving

Calories 209

% Daily Value*

Serving 1 cup cooked
Calories 209kcal 10%
Carbohydrates 36g 12%
Protein 8g 16%
Fat 3g 5%
Saturated Fat 0.4g 2%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g 12%
Monounsaturated Fat 1g 5%
Potassium 319mg 7%
Fiber 4g 16%
Vitamin A 8IU 0%
Calcium 31mg 3%
Iron 3mg 17%

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