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How to Cook Quinoa (Easy Method)

How to Cook Quinoa in few minutes. Healthy and nutritious quinoa is a better substitute for rice and keeps you full longer. It is a seed which you can cook in advance and store in fridge for few days.
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 161kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Quinoa
  • ½ tsp Salt
  • 2 cups Water
  • ½ tsp Oil

Instructions

  • Wash and drain quinoa. Heat oil in a sauce pan, add the quinoa and toast for 30 seconds.
  • Now add in water and salt. Mix well. Bring it to a boil. Simmer the flame, cover with a lid and cook for 15 to 20 mins till quinoa has absorbed all the water.
  • Now set aside covered for 5 mins.
  • Now fluff it up and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servings | Calories: 161kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Sodium: 299mg | Potassium: 239mg | Fiber: 3g | Vitamin A: 6IU | Calcium: 24mg | Iron: 2mg
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