David Lynch's Quinoa
Elevate your quinoa game with "David Lynch's Quinoa," a simple yet perfectly balanced recipe inspired by the minimalist ethos of the famed filmmaker. This dish combines fluffy, nutty quinoa with the rich creaminess of melted unsalted butter, seasoned simply with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper for a pure and satisfying flavor profile. Ready in just 20 minutes, this wholesome recipe is perfect as a quick side dish or a standalone vegetarian option. With its easy preparation, including a crucial rinsing step to remove bitterness, you'll achieve perfectly tender grains every time. Ideal for meal prep or last-minute dinners, this quinoa recipe proves that simplicity is truly an art form.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Rinse the quinoa thoroughly under cold running water using a fine-mesh strainer. This helps remove its natural bitterness.
Step 2
In a medium saucepan, combine the quinoa and water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
Step 3
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan with a lid, and let it simmer for about 12-15 minutes, or until all the water is absorbed and the quinoa is tender.
Step 4
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes. This step helps fluff up the quinoa.
Step 5
Uncover the saucepan and fluff the quinoa gently with a fork to separate the grains.
Step 6
Add the butter to the warm quinoa and stir until melted and evenly distributed.
Step 7
Season with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Adjust seasoning as needed.
Step 8
Serve warm as a side dish or enjoy on its own for a light, satisfying meal.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (685.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 674.7 |
| Total Fat 23.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 7.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 31mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3527.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 90.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 0g | |
| Protein 23.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 56.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 144.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories