Herbed Quinoa

1. 1

   Rinse quinoa in 5 changes of water in a bowl, rubbing grains and letting them settle before pouring off water (if quinoa does not settle, drain in a large fine sieve after each rinse).

2. 2

   Cook quinoa in a large saucepan of boiling salted water 10 minutes.

3. 3

   Drain in sieve and rinse under cold water.

4. 4

   Set sieve with quinoa over saucepan filled with 1 1/2 inches boiling water (sieve should not touch water) and steam quinoa, covered with a kitchen towel and lid, until fluffy and dry, 10 to 12 minutes.

5. 5

   (Check water level in pan occasionally, adding water if necessary.)

6. 6

   Toss quinoa with oil and salt and pepper to taste in a large bowl.

7. 7

   Cool, then toss with scallion and thyme.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.