How to Cook Quinoa
Learn how to cook perfect quinoa every time with this easy, step-by-step guide. This recipe results in fluffy, delicious quinoa that's perfect as a side dish or in salads.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup Quinoa
- 2 cups Water or broth
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Rinse the quinoa in a fine-mesh sieve under cold water for about 30 seconds.
- Combine quinoa and water (or broth) in a saucepan.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until all the liquid is absorbed and the quinoa is cooked.
- Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes.
- Fluff with a fork and serve.
Notes
For extra flavor, toast the quinoa in a dry pan for a few minutes before adding the liquid.