How to Cook Perfect Quinoa

Thanks for the tip for quicking quinoa, Jacqui!

So glad to hear it Lillith, thank you!

Hey there, Agata, we're sorry to hear about your experience with quinoa! It's unfortunate that it's causing discomfort. Some people find that rinsing quinoa thoroughly before cooking or trying a different variety (such as white, red, black, or tri-color quinoa) helps promote more comfort. If the problem persists, consulting with a healthcare professional like a dietitian could provide personalized advice based on your specific needs ✨

I have the same problem! I used to eat quinoa without any ache for couple of years and suddenly I felt it, I almost threw up... It wasn't until the second time that I realised it was my reaction to quinoa! The only thing that changed was the brand name on packaging. I quitted buying quinoa for 4 months and thanks to this comment I am going to try quinoa again and rinse the hell out of it! 🤞

We're so happy that the app is being enjoyed, Hannah, thank you! 🤩

So thrilled to hear, Rimsha, thank you 😃

By the way, I actually skipped bouillon cubes. Instead I replaced it with mushroom seasoning made from dried shiitake mushroom to add the umami flavour.

Ooo that sounds delicious! Thanks, Iz 🤗

Woop woop! So happy to hear, Nana Em 😃

Hey Lola, thanks for the question and request - we've noted it down 😊 We enjoy using bouillon cubes occasionally for their convenience and the burst of flavour they can add. We use the ones we get from our local store here called Albert Heijn, it's their house brand, and sometimes we get a brand called Maggi.

Bouillion cubes are higher in sodium and sometimes have other additives. Plant-based lifestyles including a variety of whole foods generally don’t have excess amounts of sodium, though, so we enjoy some higher-sodium meals occasionally. The cubes are also often used in meals that make several servings, so it ends up being not as much per serving. In the meantime, in case it helps and you're interested, the vegetable bouillon cube and water can be substituted for equal parts vegetable stock or broth, adding salt to taste as needed 😃

Thank you for your suggestions. I have to watch my salt intake since I have high blood pressure and am pre-diabetic.

Hey Michaela, our Crunchy Almond & Mango Granola includes puffed quinoa. Perhaps that was the one: pickuplimes.com/recipe/crunch… 😃

So happy to hear, Bette!

Thanks for the lovely question, Phillipa! Soaking quinoa overnight is optional but can decrease cooking time and increase nutrient absorption. If you opt to soak quinoa, it will need less cooking water. Instead of using 2 parts of water for every 1 part of quinoa, use 1.5 parts for every 1 part. For example, if you want to cook 1/2 cup of dry quinoa that has been soaked, you can use 3/4 cup of water for the best results 🙂

Aw thank you for helping make our PUL community so incredible, Kirsten 💛 Orange juice is an interesting idea too!