How to Cook Fluffy Quinoa
Total Time
27 mins
Prep Time
2 mins
Cook Time
25 mins
Rating
4.96 out of 5 stars
(247)
Ingredients
4 servings
- 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
- 1¾ cups water
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Preparation
Step 1
Combine the quinoa and water in a medium pot. Bring to a boil, cover, and reduce the heat. Simmer for 15 minutes.
Step 2
Remove the pot from the heat and let it sit, covered, for 10 minutes more.
Step 3
Then, remove the lid and fluff with a fork!
Step 4
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Chef's notes
If serving as a simple side dish, season with salt, pepper, lemon or lime juice, and a drizzle of olive oil.
For added flavor, stir in chopped fresh herbs, minced garlic, toasted nuts, or crumbled feta cheese.
Ensure to rinse quinoa in a fine mesh strainer before cooking to remove the bitter-tasting saponins.
