Instant Pot® Quinoa

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Perfect fluffy quinoa. One shot in the Instant Pot®!

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Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Additional Time:
5 mins
Total Time:
25 mins
Servings:
2
Yield:
2 cups
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 2 servings

  • 1 cup water

  • 1 cup quinoa, rinsed and drained

Directions

  1. Combine water and quinoa in a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®); mix well. Close and lock the lid; set the pressure release valve to the sealing position. Press Steam button twice and set timer for 5 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.

  2. Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

313 Calories
5g Fat
55g Carbs
12g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 2
Calories 313
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 5g 7%
Saturated Fat 1g 3%
Sodium 8mg 0%
Total Carbohydrate 55g 20%
Dietary Fiber 6g 21%
Protein 12g 24%
Calcium 44mg 3%
Iron 4mg 22%
Potassium 480mg 10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.