How to Cook Quinoa in the Microwave | Anyday

Add the quinoa, water, a splash of olive oil (optional) and stir to combine.Place in an Anyday dish and cover with the lid (knob lifted).Cook in the microwave at Power Level 8 .cls-1{fill:#215957;}.cls-2{fill:#fff;} .cls-1{fill:#215957;}.cls-2{fill:#fff;} ✕ Certain foods cook best in the microwave at lower power levels. Different microwaves have different settings. See your microwave manual (or look it up online) to learn how to change your microwave’s power level.For many microwaves: enter the cook time, press the “Power” (or “Power Level”) button, and select a number between 1-10. Other microwaves may require selecting the Power Level first, and then entering the cook time. Microwaves list power levels in different ways. Here’s a guide to help you adjust:PL 10 = 100% = High (default)PL 9 = 90% = HighPL 8 = 80% = Med-HighPL 7 = 70% = Med-HighPL 6 = 60% = MediumPL 5 = 50% = MediumPL 4 = 40% = Med-LowPL 3 = 30% = Med-LowPL 2 = 20% = LowPL 1 = 10% = LowYou will know if the power level has been successfully changed if you hear periodic changes in the microwave’s tone after it begins cooking. for 10 minutes.Allow to rest with the lid on for 5 minutes, or until the liquid has been fully absorbed. Fluff with a fork and serve.