Fluffy Fork Quinoa Recipe for 4 Servings

Instructions:

1. Place quinoa in a fine-mesh strainer and run cold water over it for 60 seconds, scrubbing gently with your fingers to remove saponins.
2. Let the quinoa sit in the strainer for 2 minutes to ensure excess water is fully drained.
3. Heat olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the rinsed quinoa and stir constantly for 2–3 minutes until fragrant and slightly translucent.
4. Pour in the water and add salt, stirring once to combine.
5. Bring the liquid to a rolling boil, then immediately reduce heat to the lowest setting and cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid.
6. Simmer for 15 minutes without lifting the lid.
7. Remove the pan from the heat and let it sit undisturbed with the lid on for 10 minutes to redistribute moisture.
8. Remove the lid and use a fork to gently lift and separate the grains from the edges toward the center to aerate.