Plain Cooked Quinoa in Rice Cooker
Effortlessly achieve perfect, fluffy quinoa every time with this no-fuss recipe for Plain Cooked Quinoa in a Rice Cooker. With just three simple ingredients—quinoa, water, and a pinch of salt—and minimal prep time, this method is a game-changer for busy weeknights or meal prepping. By rinsing the quinoa beforehand, you’ll remove its natural bitter coating, saponin, ensuring a clean and nutty flavor. Simply add the rinsed quinoa, water, and salt to your rice cooker, and let the machine do all the work. In just 15 minutes, you'll have a versatile, protein-packed base ideal for hearty salads, grain bowls, and more. Perfect for beginners and quinoa lovers alike, this recipe guarantees consistent results with virtually no effort!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Quinoa
- 2 cups Water
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
Instructions
1. Measure out 1 cup of quinoa and transfer it to a fine mesh strainer.
2. Rinse the quinoa thoroughly under cold running water for about 1-2 minutes. This step helps remove quinoa's natural coating, called saponin, which can taste bitter.
3. Transfer the rinsed quinoa to your rice cooker pot.
4. Add 2 cups of water to the rice cooker pot with the quinoa.
5. Add 1/4 teaspoon of salt to the water for added flavor, if desired.
6. Place the pot into the rice cooker and close the lid securely.
7. Set the rice cooker to its regular 'Cook' setting. If your rice cooker has multiple settings, choose the one designed for white rice or quick cooking.
8. Allow the rice cooker to complete its cooking cycle, which usually takes around 15 minutes.
9. Once the quinoa is cooked and the cooker switches to 'Warm', let it sit with the lid closed for an additional 5 minutes to allow the quinoa to fully absorb any remaining moisture.
10. Open the rice cooker, fluff the quinoa gently with a fork, and serve immediately or store for later use.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
569 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 11.9 g | 15% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1790 mg | 78% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 90.1 g | 33% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.0 g | ||
| Protein | 23.7 g | 47% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 47 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 4.7 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 128 mg | 3% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
