Quinoa has been a game changer for me on my health journey. It’s one of the few plant based complete proteins, meaning it contains all nine essential amino acids. It’s also naturally gluten free, high in fibre, and has a lower glycaemic index than most grains, making it a smart choice whether you’re managing blood sugar, tracking macros, or just trying to eat well without overcomplicating things.
The secret to a really good quinoa is in the toast. Taking two extra minutes to roast the quinoa in butter before adding any liquid transforms it completely; you get this deep, nutty aroma that carries through to the final dish, giving you fluffy, flavourful quinoa every single time.
Cooking it in liquid stock instead of plain water adds another layer of richness that makes this anything but boring. Finished with lemon pepper and dill seasoning, it’s bright, herby, and savoury all at once.
Personally, I love using it as a base for salads, a side for grilled proteins, or meal prep it for the week. I have found that it keeps beautifully in the fridge for up to a week.
I can guarantee you, once you make quinoa this way, you won’t go back.
White Quinoa
Ingredients
- 2 Cups Quinoa
- 2 Cups Liquid Stock Chicken, Beef or Vegetable
- 2 Tbsp Butter
- Salt to taste
- 1 Tbsp Lemon & Pepper Seasoning
- 1 Tbsp Dried Dill Seasoning
Instructions
- Thoroughly wash and rinse your quinoa to remove the bitter coating. Get the water as clear as you can before cooking.
- Melt the butter in a pot on a medium heat.
- After the butter is melted, add your quinoa and roast it for 2-3 minutes or until you get a nutty aroma.
- Add in the liquid broth of choice, salt and seasonings and cook on a medium heat until all the liquid evaporates.
- 10 minutes after the cooking is done, fluff your quinoa and it's ready to serve.
Video
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