---
title: Sopa de Quinua (Andean Quinoa Soup)
servings: 4
prep time: 15 minutes
cook time: 30 minutes
source: https://mycibora.com/recipes/sopa-de-quinua
---

Gather @potato{300%g}, @ground cumin{1%tsp}, @dried oregano{1%tsp}, @vegetable oil{2%tbsp} and @fresh parsley{2%tbsp}.

Rinse the @quinoa{150%g} under running @water{1.5%l} until it stops foaming.

Soften the @onion{1}, @garlic{2%clove}, @carrot{1} and @celery{1%stalk} in the oil over medium heat for 5 minutes. ~{5%minutes}

Stir in the grated @tomato{1}, cumin and oregano and cook 2 minutes until the pan smells sweet. ~{2%minutes}

Add the water, quinoa and a good pinch of @salt{}. Bring to a boil and simmer 10 minutes. ~{10%minutes}

Add the potatoes and simmer another 15 minutes, until they are tender and the quinoa has uncurled its little tails. ~{15%minutes}

Adjust the salt, ladle into bowls and finish with parsley.