UA Cooperative Extension

Crockpot Quinoa

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April 17, 2021

  • Yields: 8 servings (1/2 cup per serving)

Ingredients

1 ½ cups quinoa

2 tablespoons unsalted butter

3 cups apple juice or water

½ teaspoon salt

½ teaspoon cinnamon

⅓ cup dried cranberries

⅓ cup golden raisins

¼ cup sliced almonds

Directions

1.Wash hands with soap and warm water

2.Rinse quinoa in a fine mesh strainer until water runs clear.

3.Put into a 6-quart crockpot.

4.Mix in butter, if using.

5.Add apple juice, salt, cinnamon, cranberries, and raisins.

6.Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours, or on high for 2-4 hours.

7.Fluff the quinoa with a fork till it's tender.

8.Serve in bowls topped with almonds and enjoy!

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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size1/2 cup
Calories222
Sodium161mg
Iron2mg
Protein5g
Cholesterol8mg
Sugar14g
Total Fat6.5g
Saturated Fat2g
Folate60mcg
Calcium32mg
Percent calories from fat26%
Total Carbohydrates37g
Dietary Fiber3g