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How to Cook Quinoa

How to Cook Quinoa

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Component
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 156 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup quinoa rinsed
  • 1 3/4 cups water

Instructions
 

  • Start by combining the rinsed quinoa and water in a medium pot.
    How to Cook Quinoa
  • Bring the mixture to a boil, then cover the pot, reduce the heat to low, and let it simmer for 15 minutes.
    How to Cook Quinoa
  • Turn off the heat and let the quinoa sit, still covered, for an additional 10 minutes.
    How to Cook Quinoa
  • Finally, fluff the quinoa gently with a fork to separate the grains and serve.
    How to Cook Quinoa

Nutrition

Calories: 156kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 6gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 0.3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 7mgPotassium: 239mgFiber: 3gVitamin A: 6IUCalcium: 23mgIron: 2mg
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