Quinoa

 

Quinoa

I always have to look up how to cook quinoa. I forget the ratios so I thought I would just put the basic recipe/method here. Cooking quinoa is simple and only takes about 20 minutes. I like to cook some ahead for the week and add it to salads. It's also a great alternative to rice or can bulk up soups. It cooks up like a grain but is actually a seed, so it has higher protein than other grains. Healthline says it is packed with nutrients so it's a great superfood to add to your diet.

Ingredients:

1 cup quinoa

2 cups water

1/2 tsp salt or bullion (optional - only use this for savory dishes)

Directions:

Rinse your quinoa (there are saponins on it that can be a tad bitter). Then put the quinoa in a pot and add the two cups of water. Bring to a boil and then lower the heat to a simmer. Cover and let it simmer/steam for 15 minutes. Then remove from the heat and let it sit, still covered, for 5 to 10 minutes more. Uncover and fluff the quinoa - it's ready to eat.