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Quinoa Instant Pot

A quick and easy recipe for perfectly cooked quinoa using the Instant Pot, ideal as a side dish or base for salads and bowls.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Healthy
Calories: 222
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Quinoa Base
  • 1 cup quinoa rinsed
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 pinch salt optional

Method
 

Cooking Quinoa
  1. Rinse the quinoa under cold water to remove any bitterness.
  2. Add the rinsed quinoa, water, and salt to the Instant Pot.
  3. Seal the lid and set the Instant Pot to high pressure for 1 minute.
  4. Once the cooking time is complete, allow for a natural pressure release for 10 minutes, then quick release any remaining pressure.
  5. Fluff the quinoa with a fork and serve as desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 222kcalCarbohydrates: 39gProtein: 8gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 318mgFiber: 5gSugar: 1gCalcium: 31mgIron: 2.8mg

Notes

Quinoa can be flavored with herbs or spices as desired. Adjust the water amount for different textures.

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