60 seconds to greatness? Challenge accepted.
Minute® microwaveable Brown Rice & Quinoa Cups are your secret weapon when life’s moving fast but you refuse to settle. One minute in the microwave. That’s it. No prep, no measuring, no “is this done yet?” anxiety. Grab a cup, nuke it and boom—you’ve got a perfectly portioned blend of nutty red quinoa and tender short grain brown rice ready to fuel whatever’s next.
Need a quick breakfast base before you’re out the door? Done. A hearty side that actually delivers? Easy. The foundation for a loaded grain bowl that looks like you tried? We won’t tell.
These rice cups are 100% whole grain, Non- GMO Project Verified, Gluten Free Certified, made with no preservatives, and packaging is made without BPA because taking shortcuts shouldn’t mean cutting corners. Stash a few in your pantry, desk drawer or wherever you hide your backup snacks. They’re built for real life: unpredictable, non-stop and hungry.
Real Grains. Real Fast. Real Simple.
Making quinoa from scratch typically involves multiple steps: measuring, rinsing the quinoa with cold water, monitoring liquid ratios and waiting for it to fully cook. With a microwave quinoa cup, all of that work is already done for you.
Minute Rice takes care of the prep so you don’t have to:
- No need to rinse the quinoa
- No guesswork with water ratios
- No waiting for quinoa to cook evenly
- No cleanup from extra pots or pans
Each cup delivers a perfectly portioned rice and quinoa blend that’s ready whenever you are.
How to Prepare Minute® Microwavable Quinoa Cups
Whether you decide to prepare them in the microwave or on the stove, both ways are simple and easy.
Microwave
- Remove the film completely from the rice cup.
- Place the cup in the microwave.
- Heat on HIGH for 1 minute. Heating time for 2 cups is 1 ½ minutes.
- Stir & serve immediately.
- CAUTION: Cup & steam will be extremely hot. DO NOT place your hand over the top of the cup when removing.
- Microwave ovens and cooking times may vary.
- Cover and refrigerate unused portions after opening.
Stove
- Remove film from the cup. Empty contents into a small skillet or saucepan and break up any clumps.
- Add 1 tablespoon of water (or broth, juice) and heat on low for 1-2 minutes until heated through, stirring occasionally.
- Remove from heat and serve immediately.
A Versatile Whole Grain Side Dish
Minute Brown Rice & Quinoa Cups are the ultimate sidekick—ready to complement whatever you’re cooking. Pair them with grilled chicken, roasted vegetables, seafood or your favorite plant-based proteins for an instant plate upgrade.
The brown rice and quinoa blend brings texture, fiber, and protein to the table without stealing the spotlight from your main dish. Plus, each serving contains 55g of whole grains (Whole Grains Council recommends 48g/day)
Recipes Made With Minute® Microwavable Brown Rice & Quinoa Cups
These ideal on-the-go cups are perfect for any quick meal. Let’s take a look at some of the many options that Minute® Rice has to offer:
Breakfast Ideas
Mornings shouldn’t be complicated and microwaveable Brown Rice & Quinoa Cups make it easy to start your day with whole grains.
We grew up being told that breakfast is indeed the most important meal of the day. Even if you don’t have time to sit down at the breakfast table, there are still ways that you can fit breakfast in.
This Breakfast Cup With Quinoa recipe is ready in three simple steps and less than five minutes. Pop a cup of our Brown Rice & Quinoa in the microwave, mix your rice and quinoa with yogurt and lastly, top with fresh fruit and walnuts and voilà! Breakfast is served!
Salads for Lunch or Dinner
Whether you are needing a lunch or dinner option, these delicious brown rice and quinoa salad recipes will hit the spot! With apples, celery and walnuts, this Curried Waldorf with Quinoa is a sweet and savory mixture that is fast, delicious and convenient.
The Caesar Salad with Rice and Quinoa is a classic salad that is taken to new heights by adding rice and quinoa. This salad is perfect to take to the office. Lastly, this Cuban Mojito Quinoa Salad is sweet, tangy and minty. It will make you feel like you are sipping on a mojito!
Easy Lunch & Dinner Meals
There are no shortages of lunch and dinner recipes which can be made with Brown Rice & Quinoa Cups. With these quick and easy recipes you will be spending less time in the kitchen and more time on the go.
- Craving Stir-Fry? With Quinoa and Brown Rice with Stir Fried Vegetables you will be enjoying your stir fried rice and veggies in no time.
- If you need some more spice in your life try the Spiced Quinoa Rice. This spiced rice has cumin and chili powder. The lemony whole grain bowl with brown rice, quinoa and avocado is bursting with flavor.
- Or if you enjoy stuffed veggie recipes try this Rice and Quinoa Stuffed Peppers. These ready in ten minutes stuffed peppers have mozzarella, ground beef and tomatoes. They are the perfect on-the-go meal.
Or if you enjoy stuffed veggie recipes try this Rice and Quinoa Stuffed Peppers. These ready in ten minute stuffed peppers have mozzarella, ground beef and tomatoes. They are the perfect on-the-go meal.
Rice Bowls
You can quickly elevate any rice bowl with Brown Rice & Quinoa Cups. Here are a few options:
This Rice and Quinoa Bowl With Harissa Glazed Carrots veggie power bowl will have you energized in no time!
If you are looking to add some protein in your rice bowl try the Monte Cristo Rice Bowl. Loaded with ham, turkey, Dijonnaise sauce and Swiss cheese, this rice and quinoa bowl is a delicious twist on the classic sandwich.
If you enjoy asparagus, try the Asparagus Lemon Whole Grain Bowl. With shaved asparagus, brown rice and quinoa, this bowl is bright and refreshing.
Snack Ideas
Need a quick pick-me-up to get you through the day?
These Energy Rice Bars are the perfect option! Made with chocolate and cranberries they are finger-licking good!
As you can see, the options are endless when it comes to brown rice and quinoa recipes.
Convenient, Wholesome, and Ready When You Are
From quick breakfasts to satisfying dinners, microwaveable Brown Rice & Quinoa Cups make it easy to enjoy 100% whole grains without the prep, making them a reliable solution for anyone looking to eat well, even on the busiest days.
