Quinoa Toasted

Elevate your quinoa game with this simple yet flavorful Quinoa Toasted recipe! By toasting the quinoa to a golden perfection before simmering, this dish develops a rich, nutty aroma and enhanced depth of flavor that sets it apart from ordinary preparations. With just four wholesome ingredients—quinoa, olive oil, water, and a touch of salt—this recipe is naturally gluten-free, vegan, and ready in under 30 minutes. Perfect as a warm, savory side dish or a base for salads, bowls, and meal prep, this versatile quinoa is as healthy as it is delicious. Whether you're new to quinoa or a long-time fan, this easy, beginner-friendly method will become your go-to for creating light, fluffy, and irresistibly aromatic quinoa every time.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup quinoa
• 2 cups water
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon salt

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the quinoa thoroughly under cold running water using a fine-mesh sieve. This removes the natural coating called saponin, which can cause bitterness.

Step 2

Heat a medium skillet over medium heat. Add the quinoa and toast it for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until it becomes golden brown and emits a nutty aroma.

Step 3

Transfer the toasted quinoa to a medium saucepan.

Step 4

Add water, olive oil, and salt to the saucepan. Stir to combine.

Step 5

Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat.

Step 6

Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover with a lid, and let it simmer for 15 minutes, or until the water is absorbed.

Step 7

Remove the saucepan from heat and let it rest, covered, for 5 minutes. This allows the quinoa to finish steaming and fluffing up.

Step 8

Fluff the quinoa with a fork before serving. Serve warm as a side dish, or let it cool and use it in salads or other recipes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	497 grams (497.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	126

Total Fat 14.00g	18%
Saturated Fat 2.20g	11%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1195mg	52%
Total Carbohydrate 0.00g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.00g	0%
Total Sugars 0.00g
Protein 0.00g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 29mg	2%
Iron 0mg	1%
Potassium 0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 100.0%

Protein: 0.0%

Carbs: 0.0%