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Instant Pot® Quinoa

Instant Pot® Quinoa

4.7

Prep
5 min
Cook
15 min
Total
25 min

Instructions

  1. 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. 2 Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid.

By Food Lover

Quinoa Porridge

Quinoa Porridge

4.2

Prep
5 min
Cook
30 min
Total
35 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat a saucepan over medium heat and measure in the quinoa. Season with cinnamon and cook until toasted, stirring frequently, about 3 minutes. Pour in the almond milk, water and vanilla and stir in the brown sugar and salt. Bring to a boil, then cook over low heat until the porridge is thick and grains are tender, about 25 minutes. Add more water if needed if the liquid has dried up before it finishes cooking. Stir occasionally, especially at the end, to prevent burning.

By Six Pack To Go

Quinoa Lunch for One

Quinoa Lunch for One

4.0

Prep
10 min
Cook
20 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine water, carrots, quinoa, and chicken bouillon in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer until nearly all water has been absorbed and outer ring of quinoa grain is visible, 10 to 12 minutes.
  2. 2 Add broccoli and spinach to the pot, stir, and cover to allow spinach to wilt. Continue to cook until all water is absorbed and vegetables have been heated through, about 5 minutes more.
  3. 3 Spoon quinoa and veggies into a bowl and serve.

By FRAMBUESA

Lemon Herb Quinoa

Lemon Herb Quinoa

4.2

Prep
10 min
Cook
20 min
Total
35 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Stir water, quinoa, lemon juice, lemon zest, parsley, basil, garlic, and seasoning blend together in a saucepan. Bring to a boil; reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until quinoa is tender and water is absorbed, about 20 minutes. Let rest, covered, for 5 minutes; fluff with a fork.

By MellyG

Quinoa and Black Bean Bliss

Quinoa and Black Bean Bliss

4.5

Prep
15 min
Cook
15 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Bring water and quinoa to a boil in a small saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low and cook at a simmer until the water is absorbed, about 15 minutes.
  2. 2 Mix black beans and corn kernels in a large bowl; add cooked quinoa and stir. Spoon quinoa mixture into 4 bowls; top each with salsa and avocado.

By Jen

Steel-Cut Oats and Quinoa Breakfast

Steel-Cut Oats and Quinoa Breakfast

4.8

Prep
5 min
Cook
20 min
Total
40 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Bring water to a boil in a saucepan; add quinoa and oats. Simmer, stirring frequently, until water is absorbed and quinoa is tender, 15 to 20 minutes.
  2. 2 Stir almond meal and flaxseed meal into oat-quinoa mixture; pour into a glass container and top with cinnamon. Let cool for about 15 minutes. Transfer to the refrigerator for storage.

By AnneP

Cinna-Coco Quinoa Bites

Cinna-Coco Quinoa Bites

3.0

Prep
15 min
Cook
30 min
Total
45 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease 24 non-stick mini-muffin cups.
  2. 2 Bring water and quinoa to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until quinoa is tender and water has been absorbed, 15 to 20 minutes.
  3. 3 Stir coconut, brown sugar, whole wheat flour, cinnamon, and salt together in a bowl. Add quinoa and eggs to coconut mixture; stir until completely combined. Drop coconut mixture by the tablespoonful into prepared muffin cups.
  4. 4 Bake in the preheated oven until slightly crisp and golden brown, 15 to 20 minutes.

By mauichick01

Quinoa Dijon and Swiss Burger

Quinoa Dijon and Swiss Burger

4.0

Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Total
20 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Mix quinoa, mustard, egg, garlic, and black pepper together in a bowl; add enough chickpea flour to hold mixture together to form 2 patties.
  2. 2 Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook patties in the hot oil until browned and cooked through, about 4 minutes per side. Add a Swiss cheese slice to each patty and warm until cheese melts, 2 to 3 minutes.

By Amy Woessner

High-Protein Quinoa Breakfast Bowl

High-Protein Quinoa Breakfast Bowl

Prep
5 min
Cook
20 min
Total
40 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Bring water and quinoa to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until quinoa is tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Let cool briefly.
  2. 2 Combine 1/2 cup quinoa and cottage cheese in a bowl. Accessorize with banana, blueberries, chia seeds, and cinnamon. Mix up and serve.

By Deborah's Delight

Winter Fruit Salad

Winter Fruit Salad

4.6

Prep
15 min
Cook
15 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 In a medium saucepan, combine the quinoa and water and bring to a boil. Simmer over low heat stirring often, until tender, about 12 minutes. Drain and cool completely.
  2. 2 In a small bowl, combine the kumquats, cilantro, olive oil, lemon juice and salt. Allow to steep for 5 minutes.
  3. 3 In a large bowl, combine the quinoa, pear and cucumber. Add the dressing and toss well. Add the watercress and toss again and serve.

By Barrett

Buffalo Chicken Quinoa Bites

Buffalo Chicken Quinoa Bites

4.7

Prep
15 min
Cook
20 min
Total
35 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease 24 mini-muffin cups.
  2. 2 Stir chicken, Buffalo wing sauce, cream cheese, egg, and egg white together in a large bowl until well-mixed. Add Cheddar cheese and green onion; stir. Stir quinoa into chicken mixture. Spoon mixture into prepared mini-muffin cups.
  3. 3 Bake in the preheated oven until browned around the edges, 18 to 22 minutes.

By Arielle Cason

Quinoa with Feta, Walnuts, and Dried Cranberries

Quinoa with Feta, Walnuts, and Dried Cranberries

4.7

Prep
15 min
Cook
15 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Bring chicken broth and quinoa to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until quinoa is tender and broth has been absorbed, 15 to 20 minutes. Transfer quinoa to a bowl.
  2. 2 Stir walnuts and cranberries through the quinoa; add feta cheese and gently stir.

By Laura Manos Emms

Grilled Halloumi and Mushroom Skewers with Quinoa and Pesto

Grilled Halloumi and Mushroom Skewers with Quinoa and Pesto

Prep
10 min
Cook
15 min
Total
25 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Bring water and quinoa to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until quinoa is tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
  2. 2 Meanwhile, set an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler.
  3. 3 Thread mushrooms, halloumi cheese, and tomatoes onto skewers. Cook under the broiler, rotating the skewers a few times, until halloumi beings to turn golden and the vegetables are cooked through, about 5 minutes
  4. 4 Stir pesto and olive oil together in a bowl; add enough oil to reach the desired consistency.
  5. 5 Divide quinoa between 2 plates and place skewers on top. Lightly drizzle with pesto mixture.

By PlimRed

Rice and Quinoa Breakfast Pudding

Rice and Quinoa Breakfast Pudding

4.5

Prep
10 min
Cook
20 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine 1 cup quinoa, 1 cup brown rice, almond milk, honey, brown sugar, and salt in a pot over medium heat; stir until almond milk is heated through, about 5 minutes.
  2. 2 Whisk egg in a small bowl. Mix in some of the hot milk mixture to gradually warm up the egg to room temperature.
  3. 3 Pour egg mixture into the saucepan. Add remaining 1/2 cup quinoa, 1/2 cup brown rice, vanilla extract, and pumpkin pie spice. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer until mixture begins to thicken, 10 to 15 minutes. Scoop mixture into 2 serving bowls.

By Lindsay Wilbanks

Garlic Quinoa

Garlic Quinoa

4.5

Prep
5 min
Cook
25 min
Total
35 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Cook and stir garlic in melted butter until just browned, about 5 minutes. Pour chicken broth into the saucepan; add quinoa and stir. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until liquid is absorbed, about 15 minutes.
  2. 2 Remove the saucepan from heat and let sit for 5 minutes before fluffing quinoa with a fork.

By sjflick

Quinoa Pilaf

Quinoa Pilaf

4.2

Prep
10 min
Cook
25 min
Total
35 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat oil in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Cook onion in oil for 5 minutes, or until translucent. Add carrot, and cook 3 minutes more. Stir in quinoa and vegetable broth, and bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook 15 to 20 minutes, or until quinoa is tender and fluffy.
  2. 2 In a bowl, toss quinoa together with walnuts and parsley. Serve hot or at room temperature.

By JBUCK123

Instant Pot Pumpkin Quinoa Porridge

Instant Pot Pumpkin Quinoa Porridge

Prep
5 min
Cook
11 min
Total
27 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine almond milk, quinoa, pumpkin puree, pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, and salt in a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot). Stir lightly until combined.
  2. 2 Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 1 minute. Allow 10 minutes for pressure to build.
  3. 3 Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacture's instructions for 10 minutes. Release remaining pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 1 minute. Unlock and remove the lid. Stir in vanilla extract and honey.
  4. 4 Divide quinoa evenly between 4 bowls. Top each bowl as desired.

By Tammy Lynn

Simple Mexican Quinoa

Simple Mexican Quinoa

4.1

Prep
10 min
Cook
20 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Bring water and quinoa to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until quinoa is tender and water is absorbed, 15 to 20 minutes.
  2. 2 Place vegetable blend in a microwave-safe bowl; microwave until heated through, about 5 minutes. Stir vegetable blend into quinoa.

By eaforsythe

Instant Pot® Quinoa Taco Meat Substitute

Instant Pot® Quinoa Taco Meat Substitute

5.0

Prep
10 min
Cook
40 min
Total
55 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Rinse quinoa thoroughly in a mesh strainer. Add quinoa and water to a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®). Stir in vegetable bouillon. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 10 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  2. 2 Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. 3 Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid.
  4. 4 Transfer cooked quinoa to a large bowl. Add salsa, nutritional yeast, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Toss to combine. Spread mixture on the prepared baking sheet.
  5. 5 Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes; stir. Continue baking until quinoa is dry and crisp, 5 to 15 minutes more.

By Garrett Griffin

Quinoa Porridge with Cinnamon Apples

Quinoa Porridge with Cinnamon Apples

4.2

Prep
10 min
Cook
30 min
Total
40 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Bring the quinoa and water to a boil in a saucepan over high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the quinoa is tender and the water has been absorbed, about 15 to 20 minutes.
  2. 2 Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the apple, and sprinkle with salt, cinnamon, and maple syrup. Stir in the almonds; cook and stir until the apple is hot and beginning to soften, 2 to 3 minutes. Pour in the almond milk and half-and-half cream; continue cooking until hot. Stir in the hot quinoa, and cook a few minutes before serving.

By Alyse Ellienne

Quinoa Tofu Super-Soup for Cold Season

Quinoa Tofu Super-Soup for Cold Season

3.3

Prep
15 min
Cook
15 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine chicken broth, water, and quinoa in a saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer. Add tofu, kale, carrots, red bell pepper, and garlic salt to soup; simmer until quinoa is translucent and outer rim has spiraled away from the seed, 15 to 20 minutes.

By TheRecycleChef

Quinoa with Mushrooms

Quinoa with Mushrooms

4.2

Prep
20 min
Cook
20 min
Total
40 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir the mushrooms, onion, and garlic in the hot oil until browned, about 5 minutes; set aside.
  2. 2 Melt the butter in a pot over medium-high heat. Add the quinoa to the melted butter and let it brown, about 3 minutes. Pour the chicken broth over the quinoa; bring to a boil. Cover and reduce heat to low; simmer 10 minutes. Stir in the sauteed mushroom mixture and cook another 2 minutes. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese to serve.

By Jen Cardenas

Avocado Breakfast Bowl

Avocado Breakfast Bowl

4.6

Prep
5 min
Cook
20 min
Total
25 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Stir water and quinoa together in a rice cooker; cook until quinoa is tender, about 15 minutes.
  2. 2 Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook eggs to desired doneness; season with seasoned salt and pepper.
  3. 3 Combine quinoa and eggs in a bowl; top with avocado and feta cheese.

By Alisha

Veggie Quinoa

Veggie Quinoa

4.2

Prep
10 min
Cook
25 min
Total
35 min

Instructions

  1. 1 In a medium saucepan, bring 1 cup vegetable stock to a boil. Stir in the quinoa and reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 20 minutes.
  2. 2 While quinoa is cooking, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic, broccoli florets, and tofu. Stir for a minute, then cover and steam over low heat for 2 minutes. Stir in 1/4 cup vegetable broth, mushrooms, and spinach. Cover and cook over medium heat until the mushrooms are soft and spinach is wilted, about 3 minutes.
  3. 3 Stir the vegetable-tofu mixture into the cooked quinoa. Cover, and allow to sit for 10 minutes before serving.

By plaidpenguin

Quinoa with Chickpeas and Tomatoes

Quinoa with Chickpeas and Tomatoes

4.3

Prep
20 min
Cook
20 min
Total
40 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place the quinoa in a fine mesh strainer, and rinse under cold, running water until the water no longer foams. Bring the quinoa, salt, and water to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the quinoa is tender, 20 to 25 minutes.
  2. 2 Once done, stir in the garbanzo beans, tomatoes, garlic, lime juice, and olive oil. Season with cumin, salt, and pepper. Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley to serve.

By sarahhouston

Gluten-Free Moist Chocolate Cake

Gluten-Free Moist Chocolate Cake

4.8

Prep
15 min
Cook
60 min
Total
105 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Bring water and quinoa to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes. Turn off the heat and let sit until quinoa is tender and water is absorbed, about 10 minutes more. Fluff with a fork and cool to room temperature.
  2. 2 Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease two 8-inch cake pans and line the bottoms of the pans with parchment paper.
  3. 3 Blend butter, milk, eggs, and vanilla extract in a blender until combined. Add 2 cups cooked quinoa and blend until smooth, scraping down the sides of the blender with a rubber spatula as necessary.
  4. 4 Whisk sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt together in a bowl. Add quinoa mixture into sugar mixture and whisk until batter is smooth. Pour batter into prepared cake pans.
  5. 5 Bake in the preheated oven until a knife inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean, 40 to 45 minutes. Cool completely in the pans before removing to a plate.

By ADeSouza

Healthy Quinoa Salad

Healthy Quinoa Salad

3.9

Prep
20 min
Cook
20 min
Total
40 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Bring water and quinoa to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until quinoa is tender and water has been absorbed, 15 to 20 minutes.
  2. 2 Place a steamer insert into a saucepan and fill with water to just below the bottom of the steamer. Bring water to a boil. Add carrots, corn, peas, and broccoli to steamer; cover, and steam until tender, 5 to 10 minutes.
  3. 3 Mix quinoa and vegetable mixture together in a bowl.
  4. 4 Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, chili powder, and cayenne pepper together in a bowl; pour over quinoa mixture and toss to coat.

By kristentulk

Mini Frittatas with Quinoa

Mini Frittatas with Quinoa

4.5

Prep
20 min
Cook
45 min
Total
70 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Grease 6 muffin cups.
  2. 2 Bring the quinoa and water to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the quinoa is tender and the water has been absorbed, 15 to 20 minutes.
  3. 3 Combine cooked quinoa, eggs, egg whites, zucchini, Swiss cheese, ham, parsley, Parmesan cheese, and white pepper in a large bowl and mix until thoroughly combined. Spoon mixture to the top of each prepared muffin cup.
  4. 4 Bake in preheated oven until the edges of frittatas are golden brown, about 30 minutes. Allow to cool at least 5 minutes in the pan before serving. Serve hot or cold.

By Laka kuharica - Easy Cook

Protein Balls with Vanilla Protein Powder

Protein Balls with Vanilla Protein Powder

4.3

Prep
15 min
Cook
Total
35 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Mix oats, almond butter, quinoa, chia seeds, flax seeds, protein powder, cocoa nibs, and honey together in a bowl by hand.
  2. 2 Roll into bite-sized balls and place on parchment paper.
  3. 3 Refrigerate for at least 20 minutes before serving.

By Shannan Labrador