Saffron Quinoa

🛒 Ingredients

• Quinoa, uncooked 46 g · 170 kcal
• Vegetable broth 75 g · 4 kcal
• Onion, chopped 25 g · 10 kcal
• Olive oil 3 g · 27 kcal
• Saffron threads 0 g · 0 kcal

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. Rinse the quinoa thoroughly under cold running water in a fine-mesh sieve until the water runs clear; this removes saponins and bitterness.
2. In a small bowl, steep the saffron threads in 2 tablespoons of warm vegetable broth for 5-10 minutes to infuse the color and flavor.
3. Heat olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat; add the chopped onion and sauté until softened and translucent, about 3-5 minutes.
4. Add the rinsed quinoa to the saucepan and toast for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, to enhance its nutty flavor.
5. Pour in the remaining vegetable broth and the saffron-infused broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
6. Remove from heat and let it rest, covered, for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork before serving.