How to Cook Quinoa (Light & Fluffy)
- PREP 5min
- COOK 15min
- TOTAL 20min
My favorite method for cooking quinoa. Use water or add more flavor with broth. I love this veggie broth or homemade chicken broth.
You Will Need
1 cup quinoa
2 cups water or broth like chicken stock or veggie broth
Pinch fine sea salt, optional
Directions
Add quinoa to a fine mesh strainer, then rinse under cool water for 30 seconds to a minute. Alternatively, add the quinoa to a bowl and cover with cool water. Move the quinoa around the bowl, drain the water, and repeat.
Shake the quinoa of any excess liquid. Combine the rinsed quinoa and water (or stock) in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a low simmer and cook, uncovered, until the liquid is absorbed by the quinoa, 10 to 15 minutes. If you are making a larger batch of quinoa, this may take closer to 20 minutes.
Move the saucepan off of the heat and cover for 5 minutes. This extra time allows the quinoa to steam and “fluff up.” Uncover, and then fluff the quinoa with a fork.
Adam and Joanne's Tips
- More flavor: Stir olive oil, coconut oil, or butter into the cooked quinoa. Fold in chopped fresh herbs like parsley, chives, or cilantro. Squeeze fresh lemon juice or lime juice on top.
- Nutrition facts: The nutrition facts provided below are estimates. We have used the USDA database to calculate approximate values.