Description
Quinoa is a nutrient-packed superfood that boasts a delightful nutty flavor and a fluffy texture. Perfectly cooked quinoa can elevate any meal, whether it’s a refreshing salad or a hearty side dish. This easy-to-follow recipe ensures that even beginner cooks can impress their guests with this versatile grain. With just a few simple ingredients and steps, you’ll have delicious quinoa ready to serve at your next gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups vegetable or chicken broth (or water)
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tsp olive oil (optional)
Instructions
- Rinse the quinoa under cold water in a fine-mesh strainer for about 2 minutes to remove bitterness.
- In a medium saucepan, combine rinsed quinoa with broth or water and stir in salt.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, then reduce to low and cover. Simmer for 15 minutes.
- After cooking, turn off the heat and let it sit covered for an additional 5 minutes to steam.
- Fluff with a fork, drizzle with olive oil if desired, and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Healthy
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup cooked quinoa (185g)
- Calories: 222
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg