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A bowl of the perfect quinoa, sitting on a countertop with a spoon inside of it
Dairy Free/gluten-free/Nut Free/Refined Sugar Free

How to Cook Perfect Quinoa

4.50 from 2 votes
Nicole Modic
Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
SERVES 6 1/2 Cup Servings
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Quinoa has been a staple in my household for years now. It's a versatile grain that can be used in a variety of dishes, from salads to bowls, and it's also packed with protein and nutrients. However, it wasn't always love at first bite for me. In fact, quinoa can be a difficult grain to get *just* right, which is why I am excited to be sharing a foolproof way to make the PERFECT quinoa. Say goodbye to mushy quinoa forever- with this recipe, your quinoa will be light, fluffy, and delicious every time!

Ingredients

  • 1 Cup Quinoa dried
  • 2 Cups Water or Broth
  • 1 Pinch Sea Salt

Instructions

  • Start by rinsing your quinoa thoroughly, for about 30-45 seconds. 
  • Next, add your quinoa to a large pot along with the water or broth and a pinch of sea salt.
  • Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, over medium heat, UNCOVERED (this is the key!)
  • Then, once the mixture is boiling, decrease the mixture to a gentle simmer so that you can still see some bubbles, but the mixture is no longer boiling.
  • Now, let simmer until the quinoa absorbs all of the broth or water- this should take approximately 10-20 minutes depending on how much quinoa you are making.
  • Once the liquid has been absorbed, remove your quinoa from the heat and COVER IT for 5 minutes, allowing the steam to continue to cook the quinoa in the pot.
  • Finally, once done, remove the cover, use a fork to fluff the quinoa, serve, and enjoy!
Calories: 104kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 0.2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Sodium: 12mg | Potassium: 160mg | Fiber: 2g | Vitamin A: 4IU | Calcium: 16mg | Iron: 1mg

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