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InstantPot Quinoa

Easy Instant Pot quinoa turns out perfect each and every time!
Prep Time3 minutes
Cook Time1 minute
Natural Pressure Release10 minutes
Total Time14 minutes
Course: Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: easy quinoa, perfect instantpot quinoa, pressure cooker quinoa
Servings: 6
Author: Peter | Simple Nourished Living

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 cup quinoa, thorougly rinsed
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1-1/2 cups water
  • 1 lime, zested and squeezed (optional, but highly recommended)

Instructions

  • Add the quinoa, salt, water and lime zest/juice (if using) to the InstantPot.
  • Close and lock the lid in sealed position. Press Manual button and then use the +/- buttons to select 1 minute pressure cooking time.
  • When the time is up, allow the pressure to release naturally for 10 minutes, then quick release the remaining pressure.
  • Fluff quinoa with a fork and enjoy warm, at room temperature or chilled.
  • Makes 6, 1/2-cup servings.

Notes

To help prevent your pressure cooker quinoa from getting mushy, be sure to measure the liquid to quinoa ratio accurately.
Serving size: 1/2 cup
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Nutrition

Serving: 1/2 cup | Calories: 104kcal | Carbohydrates: 18.2g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 1.7g | Fiber: 2g