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How to Cook Quinoa in the Microwave
Cooking Quinoa has never been so easy! With nothing more than water, salt, and a microwave, you can prepare restaurant-worthy quinoa in a matter of minutes.
Prep Time
1 min
Cook Time
1 min
Total Time
9 mins
Servings: 3 servings
Calories: 247 kcal
Course:
Side Dish
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa rinsed under cold water
- 2 cups water
- Pinch of salt
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil optional
Instructions
- Rinse 1 cup of quinoa under cold water using a fine mesh strainer to remove any impurities.
- In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine the rinsed quinoa, 2 cups of water, a pinch of salt, and 1 tablespoon of coconut oil. Stir to ensure the quinoa is fully immersed.
- Cover the bowl with a microwave-safe plate or lid to contain the steam and cook evenly.
- Microwave on high for 6 minutes. Afterward, carefully remove the cover with a kitchen towel, stir the quinoa, and continue to microwave for an additional 2 minutes.
- Allow the cooked quinoa to rest, still covered, for 5 minutes on the countertop. Any remaining liquid will be absorbed during this time.
- Fluff the quinoa with a fork to separate the grains and serve as desired. DEVOUR!
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Nutrition Information
Calories
247kcal
(12%)
Carbohydrates
36g
(12%)
Protein
8g
(16%)
Fat
8g
(12%)
Saturated Fat
4g
(20%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
2g
Monounsaturated Fat
1g
Sodium
11mg
(0%)
Potassium
319mg
(9%)
Fiber
4g
(16%)
Vitamin A
8IU
(0%)
Calcium
31mg
(3%)
Iron
3mg
(17%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 3servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 247
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 247kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 36g | 12% |
| Protein | 8g | 16% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 11mg | 0% |
| 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.