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Instant Pot Quinoa Recipe: Simple & Nutritious

This Instant Pot Quinoa Recipe is simple, quick, and nutritious. Perfect for a healthy side dish or base for a meal.
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Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 1 min
Natural Pressure Release Time 10 mins
Total Time 6 mins
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 222 kcal

Equipment

  • Instant Pot
  • Fine-mesh strainer

Ingredients:  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup quinoa rinsed
  • 1 1/4 cups water or vegetable broth
  • to taste Salt

Instructions: 

  • Rinse the quinoa under cold water in a fine-mesh strainer.
  • Add the rinsed quinoa, water or broth, and salt to the Instant Pot.
  • Close the lid, set the valve to sealing, and cook on high pressure for 1 minute.
  • Allow natural pressure release for 10 minutes, then release any remaining pressure.
  • Fluff the quinoa with a fork and serve.

Notes:

Quinoa is a versatile grain that can be used in a variety of dishes. Feel free to add your favorite seasonings or mix-ins like vegetables, herbs, or nuts.

Nutrition value:

Calories: 222kcalCarbohydrates: 39gProtein: 8gFat: 3.5gSaturated Fat: 0.4gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 318mgFiber: 3.5gSugar: 0.5gCalcium: 30mgIron: 2.8mg

Keywords:

Keyword Healthy, Instant Pot, Quick, Quinoa
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