Basic Quinoa
3 cups
Active time: 5 minutes
Total time: 30 minutes
Description
This foolproof recipe for perfectly cooked quinoa is fast and easy! Use cooked quinoa as a simple healthy side dish, in a salad or as a base for a delicious main dish.
Directions
- Combine water (or broth) and quinoa in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer until tender and most of the liquid has been absorbed, 15 to 20 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
Tips
- To make ahead: Refrigerate for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
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Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories104 cal
- Total Fat1.7 g
- Saturated Fat0.2 g
- Cholesterol0 mg
- Sodium4 mg
- Carbohydrate Total18.2 g
- Protein4 g
- Phosphorus129 mg
- Potassium160 mg
- Fiber2 g
- Calcium16 mg
Ingredients
- 2 cups water or broth
- 1 cup quinoa