If you’re wondering How to Cook Quinoa in a Rice Cooker we’ll show you how easy it is. Depending on your equipment this yummy side can be ready in just 30 minutes.
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Why this Rice Cooker Quinoa Recipe is a Keeper
If you’re wondering if you can you cook quinoa in a rice cooker, the answer is an astounding yes! I love this way of cooking quinoa because it’s just so fast and easy, you can’t beat it.
- 30 Minute Meal: This recipe is super quick and easy!
- Easy Ingredients: It uses common ingredients you often have on hand.
- Light on Cleanup: The recipe doesn’t create a lot of dirty dishes or mess.
- Great for Beginner Cooks: It’s approachable for both beginner and experienced cooks.
- Low Maintenance: It doesn’t require constant attention while cooking.
Can I Add Other Ingredients to my Quinoa While Cooking in a Rice Cooker?
You can cook other things like veggies with your quinoa if you’d like. Try adding onions, garlic or mushrooms. Make sure that they are uniform in size.
Ingredient Notes for Cooking Quinoa in the Rice Cooker
To make this recipe, you will need just a couple easy ingredients. If you don’t already have these ingredients in your kitchen, they can easily be found at the store.
- Quinoa: Use your favorite kind or brand of quinoa.
See the recipe card below for a complete list of the ingredients with measurements.
Prep Ahead Suggestions
When you prepare ingredients ahead of time, it can help save you time and kitchen space when it comes to making everything for dinner!
- Prep Ahead: Soak the quinoa in water up to 24 hours in advance.
Special Equipment Needed
Sometimes you need a specific piece of equipment/item to make a recipe just right. In this case, all you need is a rice cooker!
- Rice Cooker: The hands-down easiest way to make quinoa is in a rice cooker! No need to mess with the stove.
Pro Tip
Grease the cooker with olive oil or coconut oil to keep the quinoa from sticking.
How to Make Quinoa in Rice Cooker
This recipe comes together in just 1 easy step. This way to make quinoa is so good, it will quickly become one of your favorite recipes!
These are the basic steps for making How to Make Quinoa in a Rice Cooker. Refer to the full, printable recipe card below for detailed instructions.
1. Cook Quinoa
Add 1½ cups of water and 1 cup of quinoa to a rice cooker. Cover and set it to cook.
How to Store, Reheat and Use Leftovers
- Storing: Store any leftover quinoa in an airtight container in the fridge. However, it’s best enjoyed immediately.
- Reheating: Reheat leftovers in the microwave.
- Using Leftovers: Enjoy leftovers with vegetables and a sauce.
Variations and Substitutions
This recipe is so versatile! Try changing it up by experimenting with flavors, or trying this with different ingredients.
- Quinoa: Try red or black quinoa in place of regular white quinoa.
- Broth: For some added flavor, use chicken broth or beef broth in place of water. This works for rice too!
- Seasonings: Add All Purpose Seasoning or other herbs to the quinoa to add some flavor.
Recipe FAQs
Serve in Jennifer Aniston Salad, Air Fryer Stuffed Peppers or Tex Mex Quinoa Bowl.
You may have added too much water if your quinoa is too wet.
If your quinoa is too dry you didn’t add enough water for it to steam.
One cup of dry quinoa will typically make around 3 cups of cooked quinoa, which translates to roughly six servings of quinoa. (½ cup per serving).
Expert Tips for Making This Recipe
- Water-to-Quinoa Ratio: The 1.5:1 water-to-quinoa ratio is a good starting point. However, you may need to adjust the water amount slightly depending on your rice cooker and desired texture.
- Seasoning: While quinoa is versatile and can be enjoyed plain, you can enhance its flavor by adding herbs, spices or a drizzle of olive oil.
- Toppings: Consider topping your quinoa with your favorite vegetables, nuts, seeds, or a dollop of Greek yogurt for a complete and nutritious meal.
How to Make Quinoa in a Rice Cooker
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Quinoa
- 1 ½ cups Water
Instructions
Christina’s Notes
- Water-to-Quinoa Ratio: The 1.5:1 water-to-quinoa ratio is a good starting point. However, you may need to adjust the water amount slightly depending on your rice cooker and desired texture.
- Seasoning: While quinoa is versatile and can be enjoyed plain, you can enhance its flavor by adding herbs, spices or a drizzle of olive oil.
- Toppings: Consider topping your quinoa with your favorite vegetables, nuts, seeds, or a dollop of Greek yogurt for a complete and nutritious meal.
- Scale the recipe: Simply adjust the serving size in the recipe card and the ingredients will update automatically.
- Make your own All Purpose Seasoning: When a recipe calls for All Purpose Seasoning, you can use my homemade All Purpose Seasoning recipe or substitute salt and pepper to taste.
- Meat doneness: I always use a meat thermometer to test for doneness when cooking meat.
- Use unsalted butter: I use unsalted butter so I can control the salt level in the recipe.
- Preheat the oven: Unless otherwise noted, always preheat your oven before baking.
For more helpful information about this recipe, such as variations, substitutions and other pro-tips, check out the blog post.