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Cooked quinoa with plant protein and fiber; sodium varies with the meat broth used.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Quinoa cooked in meat broth (185 g) has 224 calories. That works out to 121 calories per 100 g. It contains 39.4 g of carbs, 8.1 g of protein, 3.5 g of fat and 5.2 g of fiber. Its 1.2 mg of Manganese covers 51% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 53 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 185 g
224
KCAL / 185G
Carbs
39.4g
· 14% DV
Protein
8.1g
· 16% DV
Fat
3.5g
· 4% DV
Fiber
5.2g
· 19% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 71% · Protein 15% · Fat 14%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 224 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3.5 g | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 0.43 g | 2% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 333 mg | 14% |
| Total carbohydrate | 39.4 g | 14% |
| Fiber | 5.2 g | 19% |
| Protein | 8.1 g | 16% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 185 g | 224 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 12 g | 15 kcal |
| 1 ounce (medium) | 28 g | 34 kcal |
| ½ cup (small) | 93 g | 113 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 121 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 182 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 240 g | 290 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 303 kcal |
Calculated from 121 calories per 100 g.
Cook quinoa in meat broth by rinsing the grains if they are not prewashed, then replacing the cooking water with broth and following the package directions. Once the liquid is absorbed, let it rest briefly and fluff it with a fork.
Yes, rinse quinoa cooked in meat broth if the package does not say it is pre-rinsed. Rinsing helps remove saponins on the grain’s surface, which can taste bitter. Use a fine-mesh strainer so the small grains do not wash away.
Quinoa cooked in meat broth can taste bitter when saponins remain on the grains or when the broth itself has a bitter flavor. Rinse the quinoa well before cooking and taste the broth before using it.
Yes, beef broth can replace water when cooking quinoa and gives it a savory, beefy flavor. Broth can be saltier than water, so taste it before adding any extra salt and consider using unsalted broth if you want more control.
Keep quinoa cooked in meat broth fluffy by using the liquid amount on the package, simmering it covered, and avoiding frequent stirring. After the liquid is absorbed, let it stand briefly, then separate the grains gently with a fork.
If quinoa cooked in meat broth is too salty, mix in plain cooked quinoa or unsalted vegetables to balance it. Broths vary in saltiness, so taste yours before cooking and hold back on added salt until the quinoa is done.
Quinoa cooked in meat broth pairs well with roasted vegetables, grilled meat, or chicken. You can also cool it and toss it with chopped herbs and vegetables for a filling grain salad, or stir it into soup near the end of cooking.
Quinoa cooked in meat broth usually keeps for three to four days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Refrigerate leftovers promptly rather than leaving them at room temperature, and reheat only the portion you plan to eat.
Yes, quinoa cooked in meat broth freezes well. Cool it completely, divide it into meal-sized portions, and store them in airtight freezer-safe containers or bags. Thaw it in the refrigerator or reheat it from frozen with a splash of water.
Yes, quinoa cooked in meat broth works well as a filling for peppers, tomatoes, or other vegetables. Combine it with cooked vegetables, herbs, or minced meat, then bake until the vegetables are tender and the filling is hot.
Vitamins
Folate
77.7µg · 19% DV
B1
0.2mg · 17% DV
B2
0.2mg · 15% DV
B5
0.67mg · 13% DV
Minerals
Manganese
1.17mg · 51% DV
Phosphorus
281mg · 40% DV
Copper
0.35mg · 39% DV
Magnesium
118mg · 28% DV
Sodium
333mg · 14% DV
Potassium ⭐
318mg · 9% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Quinoa cooked in meat broth is quinoa, a seed from the Andes of South America, simmered in broth instead of water. The grains turn tender and fluffy, with a mild, nutty flavour. Serve it warm as a side with meat or vegetables, fold it into a salad, or use it as the base of a grain bowl; these are all easy ways to enjoy it in everyday cooking. It provides plant protein and fibre, making it a more substantial choice than a plain starch. Its sodium content depends on the broth, so choose a low-salt one if you want a lighter result, then add fresh herbs or vegetables for extra flavour.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.43g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.98g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.17g
Omega 6:3 ratio 5.9:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (5.9:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.