How to Cook Quinoa
Learn how to cook quinoa easily. Follow my step-by-step tutorial to make perfect quinoa on your stovetop. It's a quick and staple recipe with fluffy texture
Servings 4 servings
Calories 156kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup uncooked quinoa
- 1 ¾ cups water or broth
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Place the quinoa in a fine mesh sieve; Rinse thoroughly in cold water until the water runs clear to remove any residue off the quinoa; drain.
- Transfer the drained quinoa to a small saucepan and add water or broth and salt. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Lower heat to a simmer, cover the saucepan with a lid and cook covered for 15 minutes.
- Remove the pot from the heat. Allow the quinoa to rest in the saucepan for about 5 minutes, without opening the lid, to absorb all the liquid and steam. Uncover and fluff with a fork to separate the quinoa.
- Use in a recipe or transfer to a storage container for up to 5 days.
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Notes
Storage: Store any leftovers in an airtight container. They will last up to 5 days in the fridge.
Photo Credit: Erin Jensen
Nutrition
Calories: 156kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 153mg | Potassium: 239mg | Fiber: 3g | Calcium: 23mg | Iron: 2mg