Cheesy Quinoa (Stovetop or Instant pot)
This Cheesy Quinoa is creamy, cheesy and delicious. A great addition to any meal or even good served alone.
Servings: 8
Calories: 270kcal
Ingredients
Quinoa ingredients
- 1 cup uncooked quinoa
- 1 cup water (this is for Instant Pot method)
- ¼ tsp. sea salt (this is for Instant Pot method)
Cheese sauce ingredients for Cheesy Quinoa
- 1 ½ tbsp. unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp. cornstarch (non-gmo)
- 1 cup half & half cream
- ½ cup plain greek yogurt full fat
- 8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese shredded
- ½ tsp. garlic powder
- ¼ tsp. onion powder
- ¼ tsp. dried mustard
- salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
Instructions for cooking Quinoa- Instant pot or Stovetop
- Instant Pot method: Add rinsed quinoa, water, & salt to instant pot & stir. Secure the lid on instant pot and set the valve to seal. Cook on high pressure 1 minute and natural release.
- Stovetop method: Cook quinoa according to package directions making sure to rinse thoroughly before cooking. See notes in post about water to quinoa ratio.
Instructions for cheese sauce for Quinoa
- Meanwhile on stovetop over medium heat melt butter, then add cornstarch, garlic powder, onion powder and dried mustard.
- Stir until roux is formed.
- Add half & half, and greek yogurt and continue to stir until starting to thicken about 4-6 minutes.
- Once it's thickened up turn heat off and add shredded cheese.
- Stir till melted and taste for salt & pepper.
- Add cooked quinoa and stir till combined.
Notes
Can be re-heated in the oven at 250 degrees for about 10 minutes or until creamy and warm.
You can add a little water to reheat the quinoa to get to the desired creamy texture.
Nutrition Disclaimer
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 270kcal | Carbohydrates: 17.1g | Protein: 12.2g | Fat: 17.1g | Saturated Fat: 10.1g | Cholesterol: 49mg | Sodium: 210mg | Potassium: 205mg | Fiber: 1.5g | Sugar: 0.6g | Calcium: 263mg | Iron: 1mg