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Basic Quinoa
Dotdash Meredith
This foolproof recipe for perfectly cooked quinoa is fast and easy! Use cooked quinoa as a simple healthy side dish, in a salad or as a base for a delicious main dish.
Prep/Cook Time: 30 Minutes, Servings: 6
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Ingredients
- 2 cups water or broth
- 1 cup quinoa
Directions
- Combine water (or broth) and quinoa in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer until tender and most of the liquid has been absorbed, 15 to 20 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
Nutritional Information
Per Serving: 104 Calories, Total Fat: 1 g, Saturated Fat: 0 g, Carbohydrates: 18 g, Fiber: 2 g, Total Sugars: 1 g, Protein: 4 g, Sodium: 3 mg, Potassium: 160 mg, Iron: 1 mg, Folate: 52 mcg, Calcium: 15 mg, Vitamin A: 4 IU
© Dotdash Meredith. All rights reserved. Used with permission.
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