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Instant-Pot Quinoa

Light and fluffy quinoa cooked quickly in the Instant Pot as a versatile side or base.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 4 servings

Equipment

  • 6-quart Instant Pot or similar electric pressure cooker
  • Fine-mesh sieve (for rinsing quinoa)
  • Fork

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup quinoa rinsed
  • 1.5 cups water
  • salt to taste (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Rinse 1 cup of quinoa under cold running water using a fine-mesh sieve, then drain well.
  • Place the rinsed quinoa and 1½ cups water into the Instant Pot insert. Add salt to taste if using.
  • Secure the lid and set the Instant Pot to Pressure Cook (High) for 1 minute.
  • When the cook time ends, allow a natural pressure release for about 10–15 minutes until the float valve drops.
  • Carefully open the lid, fluff the quinoa with a fork to separate the grains, and serve.

Notes

  • Rinsing removes quinoa's natural coating and reduces bitterness.
  • Natural release gives the quinoa time to finish steaming and prevents splatter.
  • Use a fork to fluff gently for light texture.