Estimated Nutrition (whole recipe, rough)
Counts 2 of 3 ingredients — the other 1 aren't in our nutrition table and contribute nothing above, so the real totals are higher.
What these numbers assume — 2 portions →
| Ingredient | Portion assumed | kcal |
|---|---|---|
| Quinoa | 1 cup cooked (185g) | 222 |
| Salt | 1 tsp (6g) | 0 |
| Water | not in our table | 0 |
Totals for the whole recipe, adding one typical portion per ingredient — listed above. Quantities in the recipe are not counted, so this is a rough guide only — not suitable for medical or dietary planning.
Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water
- 1 pinch salt
Directions
Place quinoa in a bowl and cover completely with water. Soak for 3–4 hours, then discard the water. Replace with fresh water and soak for another hour or so. Drain again.
Combine the drained quinoa with the 2 cups water and pinch of salt in a pot. Bring to a boil .
Lower the heat, and simmer on the lowest heat setting for 16–18 minutes.
Remove from the heat and let rest for 5 minutes.