Quinoa Recipe
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Quinoa Recipe
Description
Quinoa Recipe features basic quinoa cooked with water in a straightforward method. After rinsing the quinoa under water to remove any residue or bitterness, it is combined with water in a lidded saucepan and brought to a boil. Once boiling, the heat is lowered to simmer and the quinoa cooks covered for 15 minutes, absorbing the water. The pot then rests off the heat for five minutes, allowing the steam to fully cook the grains. Finally, fluffing the grains with a fork helps separate them for an appealing texture. This method yields fluffy, slightly nutty quinoa suitable as a side or ingredient in various meals.
Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water
Instructions
- Rinse the quinoa well under water for 20 seconds then add the quinoa and water to a saucepan (that has a lid) and bring to a boil.
- Lower the heat to a simmer, cover and cook for 15 minutes.
- Turn off the heat, let sit for five minutes (covered) then fluff before serving.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4Servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 156 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 156kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 27g | 9% |
| Protein | 6g | 12% |
| Fat | 2g | 3% |
| Sodium | 8mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 239mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Calcium | 24mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1.9mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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