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Instant Pot Quinoa

Quinoa cooked in an Instant Pot is fluffy, flavorful, and perfect for meal prep, making it a healthy and satisfying dish.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 1 minute
Total Time 16 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Healthy
Calories: 222
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup Quinoa Rinse well to remove bitterness.
  • 2 cups Vegetable Broth Use low-sodium for best flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Extra virgin preferred.
  • to taste pinch Salt Adjust according to preference.
  • to taste Spices (optional) Garlic powder or cumin recommended.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Rinse 1 cup of quinoa under cold water using a fine-mesh strainer.
  2. In your Instant Pot, combine the rinsed quinoa with 2 cups of vegetable broth and a drizzle of olive oil. Season lightly with salt.
  3. Close the lid securely on your Instant Pot. Set it to high pressure for 1 minute.
  4. Once cooking completes, allow for natural pressure release for about 10 minutes.
  5. Open the lid carefully, fluff quinoa gently with a fork and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 222kcalCarbohydrates: 39gProtein: 8gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 318mgFiber: 5gSugar: 1gCalcium: 31mgIron: 2.8mg

Notes

Cooking quinoa in an Instant Pot saves time and ensures perfect texture every time. Rinsing is crucial to remove saponins that can make it taste bitter.

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