Makes 3 cups
Quinoa, pronounced “keen-wah,” is a light, fluffy grain that makes a delicious breakfast cereal, side dish, or salad. It cooks in just fifteen minutes and is a rich source of many nutrients, including protein, B vitamins, and iron. Look for quinoa in your favorite natural food store.
1 cup quinoa
2 cups water
Rinse the quinoa thoroughly by placing it in a bowl and adding about 3 cups of cold water. Swish it around until the water is cloudy, then pour it into a strainer. Put it back into the bowl and rinse it again. Repeat the process 3 or 4 times until the water remains clear.
Place the rinsed quinoa into a pan and add 2 cups of cold water.
Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cover and cook until all the water is absorbed, about 15 minutes.
Per ½ cup: 118 calories; 5 grams protein; 20 grams carbohydrate; 2 grams fat; 3 mg sodium; 0 mg cholesterol