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How To Cook Quinoa in Rice Cooker

Learn how to cook this fluffy grain in your rice cooker.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 2
Calories: 344 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

Stovetop Version
  • 1 cup (170g) quinoa rinsed and drained
  • 1 ¾ cups (420ml) water or stock
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil optional
  • salt optional and to taste

Instructions

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  1. Pour the quinoa into a fine mesh sieve.
  2. Rinse under a running tap and thoroughly wash the quinoa (rubbing through it with your fingers) for 3 minutes to remove any bitter outer coating.
  3. Let the quinoa drain for a few minutes to remove excess liquid.
  4. Oil the rice cooker insert, then add the rinsed quinoa, water, oil, and salt.
  5. Cover the rice cooker and press cook.
  6. Let it cook until it switches off. This can take anywhere between 15- 25 minutes depending on your brand or rice cooker.
  7. Let the quinoa sit undisturbed for a further 5-10 minutes before opening the rice cooker, fluffing, and serving.

Notes

  • If you have time, let the rinsed quinoa drain between 15-30 minutes to get rid of the excess moisture.
  • Toasting the quinoa before cooking adds an extra depth of nutty flavor.
  • Do not reheat cooked quinoa more than once.
  •  Store the cooled cooked quinoa in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
  • If you omit the oil or replace it with a calorie-controlled cooking spray, there are 2 WW Blue Plan SmartPoints in a serving of this.

Nutrition Information

Serving 2servings Calories 344kcal (17%) Carbohydrates 57g (19%) Protein 12g (24%) Fat 7g (11%) Sodium 964mg (40%) Potassium 478mg (14%) Fiber 5g (20%) Sugar 2g (4%) Vitamin A 510IU (10%) Calcium 40mg (4%) Iron 3.9mg (22%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 344

% Daily Value*

Serving 2servings
Calories 344kcal 17%
Carbohydrates 57g 19%
Protein 12g 24%
Fat 7g 11%
Sodium 964mg 40%
Potassium 478mg 10%
Fiber 5g 20%
Sugar 2g 4%
Vitamin A 510IU 10%
Calcium 40mg 4%
Iron 3.9mg 22%

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