Quinoa in the Microwave

Save time and learn how to make quinoa in the microwave in just minutes! 

Quinoa is so nutritious and high in fiber, it is super healthy and can be added into just about any dish. Quinoa does not have to be eaten on its own, in fact, I prefer it mixed in with vegetable or a salad. It can also be used to add a nice texture or subtle flavor to other dishes.

When I need protein after working out or I just need something that will help fill me up fast, microwave quinoa is my go to. I know that it is a super food and that it will also be done in just a few minutes, ready to be mixed with the meal of my choosing. 

Why Make Quinoa in the Microwave?

• It is the fastest and most simple way to cook quinoa 
• Dirty less dishes by cooking in the microwave
• Quinoa is packed with protein!
• The microwave is consistent every time so you will never get mushy quinoa 

Ingredients

• 1 cup of water
• 2 cups of quinoa 

How to Make Quinoa in the Microwave – Step by Step

1. First, you’re going to have to rinse the raw quinoa. Pour it into a bowl of cold water, swirl around, drain, and repeat until clean
2. In a microwave safe bowl combine quinoa and water
3. Cover with a plate and microwave on high for about 6 minutes
4. Remove, stir, microwave for an additional 2 minutes
5. Remove from microwave and allow to sit covered for 5 minutes, enjoy!

How to Store Quinoa

Quinoa will last in the fridge for 5 days. So, if you are sick of using rice for meal prepping, switch to quinoa every now and then. I suggest adding just a little bit of water to your quinoa if reheating it in the microwave, that way it does not get dried out. 

What Should the Consistency of Cooked Quinoa Be?

Quinoa should be fluffy and slightly chewy when eaten. When cooked correctly, quinoa grains are slightly translucent and have absorbed all of the water they have been cooked in. 

Dishes You Can Add Quinoa To

• Roasted Vegetable Buddha Bowl
• Crispy Tofu Buddha Bowl with Tangy Ponzu Sauce Recipe
• Quinoa Fried Rice Recipe

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How to Make Quinoa in the Microwave

Learn how to cook quinoa in the microwave, fast and simple! Depending on how many watts your microwave is, cook time may vary.

Course Side Dish

Keyword quinoa

Prep Time 8 minutes

Cook Time 9 minutes

Author Steamy Kitchen

Ingredients

• 1 cup water
• 2 cups quinoa

Instructions

• First, you're going to have to rinse the raw quinoa. Pour it into a bowl of cold water, swirl around, drain, and repeat until clean.
• In a microwave safe bowl combine quinoa and water
• Cover with a plate and microwave on high for about 6 minutes
• Remove, stir, microwave for an additional 2 minutes
• Remove from microwave and allow to sit covered for 5 minutes, enjoy!

If you have tried making steamed quinoa in the microwave, or any other recipe on my blog, then please rate it and let me know how it turned out in the comments below!

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