How to Make Quinoa on the Stove
Learn how to make quinoa perfectly fluffy on the stove, with bonus directions for the instant pot and slow cooker! Easy step by step fool proof instructions.
Servings 4
Calories 162kcal
Equipment
- Instant Pot , optional
- slow cooker , optional
Ingredients
- 1 cup dry quinoa , rinsed
- 1 ½ cups veggie broth , or water (see note)
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
Instant Pot method
- 1 cup dry quinoa , rinsed
- 1 - 1 ½ cups veggie broth , or water (see note)
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
Slow Cooker Method
- 1 cup dry quinoa , rinsed
- 1 ¼ - 1 ¾ cups veggie broth , or water (see note)
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
Add any other flavors you like (see post for options)
Instructions
- Mix your quinoa, broth/water and salt (and any other seasonings you add) in a pot.
- Bring it to a boil. About 5 minutes.
- Cover and reduce to a simmer for 15 minutes.
- Turn off the heat and let it sit for 5 more minutes.
- Fluff with a fork and serve!
Instant Pot Method
- Combine everything in the Instant Pot.
- Lock lid and move the valve to seal.
- Cook on manual pressure for 1 minute. It takes about 5-7 minutes to build pressure before the 1 minute countdown starts.
- Once done, allow the pressure to release naturally for about 10 minutes then you can move the vent to the release position.
Slow Cooker Method
- Add everything to the slow cooker.
- Cook on high for 2-3 hours or on low for 4-6.
- Keep check and testing to get the perfect end result.
Notes
- You can sub water but it won't be as flavorful.
- If you want it really al dente, use ¼ cup less liquid. If you want it more done, use ¼ - ½ cup more liquid.
- This makes 3 cups quinoa. Serving size is ¾ cup.
Nutrition
Calories: 162kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 315mg | Potassium: 239mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 1IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 2mg