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Basic Quinoa

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Serving size: 1 each
Recipe category: Main Dishes
Prep time: 
Cook time: 
Difficulty: Easy
Calories: 104 (5% DV)
Fat: 2g (3% DV)
Carbohydrates: 18g (6% DV)
Protein: 4g (8% DV)
Description: This foolproof recipe for perfectly cooked quinoa is fast and easy! Use cooked quinoa as a simple healthy side dish, in a salad or as a base for a delicious main dish.
Ingredients:  Makes 6 servings (6 each)
2  cups
 
1  cup
 

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Directions:  
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Step 1
Combine water (or broth) and quinoa in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer until tender and most of the liquid has been absorbed, 15 to 20 minutes. Fluff with a fork.

Tips
To make ahead: Refrigerate for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 1/2 cup
Per Serving: 104 calories; protein 4g; carbohydrates 18.2g; dietary fiber 2g; sugars 1.4g; fat 1.7g; saturated fat 0.2g; vitamin a iu 4IU; folate 52.1mcg; calcium 15.7mg; iron 1.3mg; magnesium 56.6mg; potassium 160.3mg; sodium 3.8mg; thiamin 0.1mg.
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