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Simple Silky Cooked Quinoa

Learn how to cook perfectly fluffy quinoa with this easy, foolproof method.
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Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Main Course, Side Dish
Servings 3
Calories 230 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Cooking pot

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 tbsp butter
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 cup quinoa white, red, or tri-color
  • 1 1/2 cup water

Instructions
 

  • Thoroughly rinse your quinoa with cold water.
  • Bring water to a boil in a pot. Salt it and add in the quinoa.
  • Let it simmer on medium heat for 10-15 minutes, until most of the water has evaporated.
  • Add butter and remove from heat.
  • Let it sit for another 5-10 minutes undisturbed. The quinoa will absorb the extra liquid without overcooking.
    • This step ensures a light, fluffy texture.
Keyword fiber, healthy, whole foods