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Perfect Fluffy Quinoa
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Perfect Fluffy Quinoa

25 minServes 4Nutri-Score A€
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what you need

Ingredients

4 people
  • quinoa (measured and rinsed)Grains200 g
  • water (twice the volume of the quinoa)Other400 ml
  • salt (a pinch)Spices2 g

per serving

Nutrition

183kcal

Carbs
32 g
Proteins
7 g
Fat
3 g
Adapt tools

what you’ll use

Tools

  • Saucepan
  • Sieve
  • fork

step by step

Method

  1. Measure and rinse the quinoa

    • Measure the quinoa and rinse it well under cold water in a sieve.
    • Place the rinsed quinoa in a saucepan.
    Step 1
  2. Add water and salt

    • Add the water, using twice the volume of the quinoa.
    • Add a pinch of salt.
    Step 2
  3. Bring to a boil

    • Place the saucepan over high heat and let it come to a boil.
    Step 3
  4. Simmer on low heat

    • Turn the heat down to low.
    • Simmer until all the water is absorbed.
    Step 4
  5. Rest and fluff

    • Turn the heat off and fluff the quinoa with a fork.
    • Cover the pan and let it rest.
    Step 5
  6. Serve

    • Serve right away or portion it out for meal prep.
    Step 6