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Slow Cooker Quinoa

Make perfectly cooked quinoa every time! This simple slow cooker quinoa recipe makes a large batch of light and fluffy quinoa for sides, salads, soups, and much more.
Prep Time5 minutes
Slow Cook on Low Time4 hours
Total Time4 hours 5 minutes
Course: Sides
Cuisine: American
Keyword: quinoa slow cooker, slower cooker quinoa
Servings: 12 cups cooked quinoa
Author: Valerie Skinner

Equipment

  • 1 fine-mesh strainer
  • 1 slow cooker or Crockpot

Ingredients

  • 2 cups quinoa white, black, or red
  • 3 cups water filtered
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  • Rinse the quinoa in a fine-mesh strainer under cold water to remove any dirt or impurities. Drain.
  • Add rinsed and drained quinoa to the slow cooker, then pour the water over top. Stir, making sure all of the grains are soaked in the water.
  • Slow cook until the water is fully absorbed; on LOW for 4-6 hours or on HIGH for 2-3 hours).
  • Fluff the quinoa with a fork and serve.