{"id":11554,"date":"2022-01-09T02:50:13","date_gmt":"2022-01-09T02:50:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/onepotdishrecipe.com\/?p=11554"},"modified":"2022-02-19T20:55:45","modified_gmt":"2022-02-19T20:55:45","slug":"how-long-does-quinoa-last-in-the-fridge","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/onepotdishrecipe.com\/how-long-does-quinoa-last-in-the-fridge\/","title":{"rendered":"How Long Does Quinoa Last in The Fridge"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>If you don&#8217;t eat it right away, how do you store quinoa so you&#8217;ll always have some on hand if needed for some unexpected guests? Furthermore, what is the best way to store quinoa?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Of course, the most common place people store leftover quinoa is in the fridge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I&#8217;ve had good success storing my quinoa in a resealable plastic bag and then putting that into a larger container with an airtight lid, but that is probably overdoing it. So let&#8217;s explore&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>How to Store Quinoa in The Fridge?<\/li><li>How Long It Lasts?<\/li><li>Can Quinoa Go Bad in The Fridge?<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You may also be interested in<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><a href=\"https:\/\/onepotdishrecipe.com\/how-much-quinoa-per-person\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">How Much Quinoa Is a Single Serving<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/onepotdishrecipe.com\/how-to-store-egg-noodles\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"7967\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">How to Store Egg Noodles<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/onepotdishrecipe.com\/how-long-does-kombucha-last-after-opening\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"11754\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">How Long Does an Open Bottle of Kombucha Last<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-to-store-quinoa-in-the-fridge\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Store_Quinoa_In_The_Fridge\"><\/span>How to Store Quinoa In The Fridge<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Storing quinoa that is cooked in the fridge you need to do it correctly and you can increase the shelf life by over 50%. In addition, there are many benefits of storing your quinoa in the fridge.<\/p><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_64 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" 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href=\"https:\/\/onepotdishrecipe.com\/how-long-does-quinoa-last-in-the-fridge\/#Step_by_Step_Method_for_Storing_Cooked_Quinoa_in_The_Fridge\" title=\"Step by Step Method for Storing Cooked Quinoa in The Fridge\">Step by Step Method for Storing Cooked Quinoa in The Fridge<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/onepotdishrecipe.com\/how-long-does-quinoa-last-in-the-fridge\/#How_Long_Does_Quinoa_Last_in_The_Fridge\" title=\"How Long Does Quinoa Last in The Fridge\">How Long Does Quinoa Last in The Fridge<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/onepotdishrecipe.com\/how-long-does-quinoa-last-in-the-fridge\/#How_Do_You_Store_Leftover_Quinoa\" title=\"How Do You Store Leftover Quinoa\">How Do You Store Leftover Quinoa<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/onepotdishrecipe.com\/how-long-does-quinoa-last-in-the-fridge\/#Does_Quinoa_Go_Bad_if_Left_Out\" title=\"Does Quinoa Go Bad if Left Out?\">Does Quinoa Go Bad if Left Out?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/onepotdishrecipe.com\/how-long-does-quinoa-last-in-the-fridge\/#Does_Quinoa_Go_Bad_in_the_Fridge\" title=\"Does Quinoa Go Bad in the Fridge\">Does Quinoa Go Bad in the Fridge<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/onepotdishrecipe.com\/how-long-does-quinoa-last-in-the-fridge\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<p>The first benefit is that it will keep longer than when stored at room temperature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Secondly, it helps prevent spoilage because bacteria cannot grow as easily in cold temperatures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-image-640\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/onepotdishrecipe.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/3-9-640x360.jpg\" alt=\"How to Store Quinoa In The Fridge\" class=\"wp-image-11553\" srcset=\"https:\/\/onepotdishrecipe.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/3-9-640x360.jpg 640w, https:\/\/onepotdishrecipe.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/3-9-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/onepotdishrecipe.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/3-9-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/onepotdishrecipe.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/3-9-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/onepotdishrecipe.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/3-9-480x270.jpg 480w, https:\/\/onepotdishrecipe.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/3-9-720x405.jpg 720w, https:\/\/onepotdishrecipe.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/3-9-960x540.jpg 960w, https:\/\/onepotdishrecipe.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/3-9-1168x657.jpg 1168w, https:\/\/onepotdishrecipe.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/3-9-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/onepotdishrecipe.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/3-9.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><figcaption>How to Store Quinoa In The Fridge<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"step-by-step-method-for-storing-cooked-quinoa-in-the-fridge\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_by_Step_Method_for_Storing_Cooked_Quinoa_in_The_Fridge\"><\/span>Step by Step Method for Storing Cooked Quinoa in The Fridge<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol><li>The most important step is to let the cooked quinoa cool down. This lets some steam escape and stops condensation from forming around the quinoa grains when placed in the fridge.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Decide if you want to divide it into single-serve portions or just refrigerate it all in one container.<\/li><li>Make sure your storage container is clean<\/li><li>Place the quinoa in a container and put an air-tight lid on. If you are using a plastic zip lock bag as you close the bag use your hands to expel any air you can.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>If you need to reheat the quinoa only take out the portion size required as repeatedly taking it out and putting it back will cause the grain to degrade and it will not taste anywhere near as nice as the original dish.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-long-does-quinoa-last-in-the-fridge\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Long_Does_Quinoa_Last_in_The_Fridge\"><\/span>How Long Does Quinoa Last in The Fridge<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you keep it refrigerated, quinoa will stay fresh for at least 2 weeks. It should be stored in airtight containers in the refrigerator.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So if you don&#8217;t eat it right away, quinoa will keep in the refrigerator for at least 14 days. Therefore, if you cook extra you&#8217;ll always have some on hand for the next two weeks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-do-you-store-leftover-quinoa\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Do_You_Store_Leftover_Quinoa\"><\/span>How Do You Store Leftover Quinoa<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The easiest way to store leftovers after cooking Quinoa is to store it in the fridge. If you need to store it for a longer period you can also freeze it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"does-quinoa-go-bad-if-left-out\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_Quinoa_Go_Bad_if_Left_Out\"><\/span>Does Quinoa Go Bad if Left Out?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, it will start to smell after being left out at room temperature.&nbsp; And it should not be eaten once you suspect it has gone off. If you want to keep it longer, you can pop it into the fridge. But don&#8217;t leave it in the fridge for too long uncovered because this could cause the grains to stick together and become unpalatable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"does-quinoa-go-bad-in-the-fridge\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_Quinoa_Go_Bad_in_the_Fridge\"><\/span>Does Quinoa Go Bad in the Fridge<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Eventually, Quinoa will start to go off in the fridge.&nbsp; It will be a gradual process and you probably won&#8217;t see mold until around two months.&nbsp; The food will not be edible after about 2 1\/2 to 3 weeks and will just taste awful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"conclusion\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Quinoa is a grain that can be used as a substitute for rice, pasta, <a href=\"https:\/\/onepotdishrecipe.com\/how-much-couscous-per-person\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">couscous<\/a>, bulgur wheat, and other grains. It\u2019s also gluten free.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol><li>Quinoa has a long shelf life.<\/li><li>Quinoa is high in protein.<\/li><li>Quinoa is low in fat.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Quinoa can be cooked in many different ways.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Quinoa is a good source of fiber.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Quinoa is easy to cook.<\/li><li>Quinoa is versatile.<\/li><li>Quinoa is healthy.<\/li><li>Quinoa is delicious.<\/li><li>Quinoa is nutritious.<\/li><li>Quinoa can replace rice.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Quinoa is available in health food stores and supermarkets.<\/li><li>Quinoa is a superfood.<\/li><li>Quinoa is a quick and easy meal.<\/li><li>Quinoa is a tasty side dish.<\/li><\/ol>\n<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>How Long Does Quinoa Last in The Fridge<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":11551,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"wprm-recipe-roundup-name":"","wprm-recipe-roundup-description":""},"categories":[12],"tags":[1055],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/onepotdishrecipe.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/11554"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/onepotdishrecipe.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/onepotdishrecipe.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/onepotdishrecipe.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/onepotdishrecipe.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=11554"}],"version-history":[{"count":5,"href":"https:\/\/onepotdishrecipe.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/11554\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":12201,"href":"https:\/\/onepotdishrecipe.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/11554\/revisions\/12201"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/onepotdishrecipe.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/11551"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/onepotdishrecipe.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=11554"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/onepotdishrecipe.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=11554"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/onepotdishrecipe.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=11554"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}