This Instant Pot Quinoa Recipe is the perfect way to make a healthy and delicious side dish in minutes. With just a few simple ingredients, you can have a nutritious dinner side dish that everyone will love. Plus, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights.
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❤️ Why you'll love this recipe
- Quinoa is nutritious, gluten-free, and packed with protein and dietary fiber.
- The Instant Pot cooks quinoa quickly and easily.
- Using the pressure cooker is a foolproof method for making quinoa.
- This recipe is versatile and can be customized to your liking.
- Fluffy and light perfectly cooked quinoa, every time.
Ingredients
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- quinoa, rinsed
- vegetable broth or vegetable stock
- salt
Equipment
- 6 quart Instant Pot
- measuring cup and spoon
Instructions
This is an overview of the recipe. The full instructions are below in the recipe card.
- Add the rinsed quinoa, vegetable broth, and salt to the Instant Pot insert and put the lid in place.
- Set the pot to manual/high pressure and set the cook time to 1 minute.
- The pot will take about 5-10 minutes to pressurize before the 1 minute starts counting down.
- Let it do a natural pressure release for 15 minutes. Turn the knob to vent to release any remaining pressure.
- Open the instant pot top, fluff the quinoa, and serve. Enjoy!
Storage
Store in a covered airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Reheat on the stovetop with a little chicken broth or water. You can also use a microwave and follow manufacturers' instructions.
Expert Tips
Expert Tip: Rinse the quinoa well before cooking. This will help to remove any bitterness and grit from the quinoa.
- This is a great recipe to use for meal prep. We make a batch and use it all week in salads and add roasted veggies like green beans and asparagus.
- This is a great recipe to use for meal planning. Make a big batch and use all week in burrito bowls, taco bowls, or veggie burritos.
- When rinsing the quinoa, place it in a fine mesh strainer and run cold water over the quinoa.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you have questions about this Instant Pot Quinoa recipe? Here are the most commonly asked questions about this recipe.
It takes about 1 minute of cook time at high pressure to cook quinoa in the Instant Pot. It will take 15-20 minutes for the pot to come to pressure before the timer starts counting down.
Yes, it is important to rinse the quinoa before cooking. This will help to remove any dirt and bitter taste from the quinoa.
Yes, you can double this pressure cooker quinoa recipe. Just be sure to use a pot that is large enough. An 8-quart Instant Pot should work for doubling this recipe.
In general, 1 cup quinoa to 2 cups liquid will produce tender and delicious results.
Quinoa has a mild nutty flavor. It can also be used in sweet recipes. Great for breakfast mixed with warm almond milk.
Variations
Do you want to change up this recipe? Here are some ideas!
- Make it a complete meal: Stir in cooked chicken, shrimp, or beef after cooking for a complete meal.
- If you want to add some extra flavor to your quinoa, try cooking it in garlic-infused olive oil or adding some diced onion to the pot with the quinoa.
- You can swap out the vegetable broth for any broth you prefer, or just cold water will do great as well. Make note, that changing the broth can alter the taste of the finished quinoa.
- This is a base quinoa recipe, you can add more flavor by adding your favorite spices, sauce, or even some parmesan cheese. The options to change up the flavor of this side dish are endless.
- You can also add vegetables or tofu to the pot when cooking the quinoa for a complete meal.
- Add in some spices such as chili powder, homemade seasoned salt, or cajun seasoning.
Serving Suggestions
- Use this Instant Pot quinoa recipe to make the quinoa for this delicious Kale and Quinoa Salad with Pomegranates.
- Add some flavor to this pressure cooker quinoa recipe by tossing it in this Kale Pesto.
- I love to serve a side of garlic parmesan quinoa alongside these Falafel Pita Sandwiches for a healthy meal that your entire family will enjoy.
- Add some to the Grilled Greek Chicken Salad for extra protein.
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- Our Instant Pot Buttermilk Mashed Potatoes are incredibly creamy and fluffy. Once you try them, you won't need any other recipe. This comfort food side dish will quickly become a family favorite recipe for you.
- Enjoy other easy side dishes such as Garlic Roasted Red Potatoes, Roasted Potatoes, and Roasted Broccoli with Garlic.
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Instant Pot Quinoa
Equipment
Ingredients
Instructions
- Combine the quinoa, vegetable broth, and salt in the Instant Pot insert and put the lid in place.
- Set your pot to manual/high pressure and set the cook time to 1 minute.
- The pot will take about 5-10 minutes to pressurize before the 1 minute starts counting down.
- Let it naturally release for 15 minutes. Turn the knob to vent to release any remaining pressure.
- Open the top, fluff the quinoa, serve. Enjoy!
