Step 1

Wash quinoa several times under running water before using in the recipe. This helps in getting rid of that bitter taste. Set it aside.

Step 2

Press the saute button on the Instant Pot. Once it displays hot, add the oil to the pot and then add the chopped garlic and onion. Saute for 3 minutes until onions are softened.

Step 3

Add the rinsed and drained quinoa to the pot and saute for 2 more minutes.

Step 4

Then add the spices - curry powder, smoked paprika and cumin and saute for few seconds.

Step 5

Add the chickpea, sweet potato, red pepper and stir.

Step 6

Add in the water, salt and close the Instant Pot with its lid.

Step 7

Press the manual or pressure cook button with the pressure valve in the sealing position. Cook on high pressure for 1 minute. Let the pressure release naturally.

Step 8

Open the lid and fluff the quinoa with a fork. Add cilantro.

Step 9

Squeeze in some fresh lemon juice and serve!