This Perfect Quinoa in the Rice Cooker Is:
- Fluffy
- Quick to Make
- Hearty
- Filling
- Versatile: Can be used for any meal!
- Vegan, Gluten Free, and Low Sodium
- Healthy & High Protein/Fiber
Can I Pressure Cook Quinoa?
Instant Pot for the Easiest Meal Prep Quinoa Ever!
For all my recipes I use the 8-Quart Instant Pot Ultra, its larger than the standard models (which are only 6 quart) so I have extra room to meal prep and batch cook more meals for the week. The Ultra model also has some great extra settings like cake baking and yogurt making which are really neat. I love that everything can cook in one pot, which makes for way less dishes and hands-off cooking. The Instant Pot is hands-down my favorite kitchen appliance, and actually makes my life so much easier.
What’s In This Pressure Cooked Quinoa?
I get all the fresh produce for my recipes from my garden and from Misfits Market – they sell all organic produce at a super discounted price, and it’s purchased direct from the farmers. We get Misfit Market boxes every month and love picking out our favorite seasonal produce for delivery. You can get $10 off your first $30 box by clicking here!
If you think organic produce is too expensive… think again, and give Misfits Market a look!
- White Quinoa: I used this fantastic white quinoa, but you can use red or multicolored. You can cook quinoa on the stove top, in the Instant Pot (my preferred method), in the rice cooker. This quinoa is a fantastic addition to salads, soups, or wraps… a healthy plant-based protein you can feel good about eating.
- Red quinoa: I love red quinoa, so I always have plenty stocked in the pantry! I used this fantastic red quinoa, but you can use red or multicolored. You can cook quinoa on the stove top, in the Instant Pot (my preferred method), in the rice cooker. This red quinoa is a fantastic addition to salads, soups, or wraps… a healthy plant-based protein you can feel good about eating.
- Multi Colored Quinoa Blends – these blends of white/red/brown quinoa are great to add a pop of color to your plate.
Yep, that’s it! You can add salt to the quinoa if you want, but I find that its perfect on its own.
How Do I Make This Instant Pot Quinoa?
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Place the quinoa in a fine mesh colander and rinse until cool running water.
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Add the quinoa to the Instant Pot along with the water. Seal cover.
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Set the Instant Pot to Manual or Pressure Cook mode for 1 minute.
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After the 1 minute of cooking, allow the Instant Pot to naturally release for 15 minutes. Then carefully quick release any remaining pressure.
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Fluff with a fork and serve!
More Recipes with Cooked Quinoa You’ll Love!
Thai Quinoa Salad with Peanut Sauce Recipe (Vegan Potluck)
Rainbow Quinoa Salad (Vegan, Gluten Free)
Red Quinoa & Vegetable Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette (Vegan, Gluten Free)
Tuscan Bean & Barley Salad (Vegan, GF, Costco Copycat Recipe)
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Quinoa in the Pressure Cooker
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 cups quinoa
- 3 cups water
- 1/2 teaspoon salt optional
Instructions
- Place the quinoa in a fine mesh colander and rinse until cool running water.
- Place the quinoa in the Instant Pot along with the water. Seal cover.
- Set the Instant Pot to Manual or Pressure Cook mode for 1 minute.
- After the 1 minute of cooking, allow the Instant Pot to naturally release for 15 minutes. Then carefully quick release any remaining pressure.
- Fluff with a fork and serve!
Notes
Save Money on Organic Produce!
I get all the fresh produce for my recipes from my garden and from Misfits Market - they sell all organic produce at a super discounted price, and it’s purchased direct from the farmers. We get Misfit Market boxes every other week and love picking out our favorite seasonal produce for delivery. You can get $10 off your first box by clicking here! If you think organic produce is too expensive... think again, and give Misfits Market a look!Nutrition
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I have never eaten quinoa but because of your recipe I will definitely expand my gastro delights