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Mushroom and Roasted Garlic Quinoa

Indulge in Mushroom and Roasted Garlic Quinoa Bliss

Delight in this comforting Mushroom and Roasted Garlic Quinoa, a gluten-free dish perfect for any meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 6 oz Baby Bella Mushrooms Use crimini if unavailable.
  • 2 cups Cooked White Quinoa Can use any cooked quinoa.
For the Flavor
  • 1 tbsp Chopped Roasted Garlic Substitute with fresh garlic if necessary.
  • 4 tbsp Salted Butter Can be replaced with olive oil.
  • ½ tsp Sea Salt Adjust to taste.
  • ¼ tsp Ground Pepper Freshly ground recommended.
  • ¼ tsp Dried Thyme Fresh thyme can be used.
For the Creamy Finish
  • ¼ cup Heavy Cream Substitute with coconut cream.
  • ½ cup Shredded Parmesan Cheese Use nutritional yeast for vegan option.

Equipment

  • 3-quart pot

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Melt 4 tablespoons of salted butter in a 3-quart pot over medium heat until shimmering. Add 6 oz of Baby Bella mushrooms and stir frequently for about 4 minutes until they soften and start to brown slightly.
  2. Incorporate 1 tablespoon of chopped roasted garlic, ½ teaspoon of sea salt, ¼ teaspoon of ground pepper, and ¼ teaspoon of dried thyme into the pot. Cook for an additional 2 minutes, stirring consistently.
  3. Lower the heat to medium/low and mix in ¼ cup of heavy cream. Add 2 cups of cooked white quinoa and stir to blend everything cohesively.
  4. Add ½ cup of shredded Parmesan cheese and stir continuously until the cheese melts completely and the mixture becomes creamy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 12gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Fresh ingredients significantly enhance the dish's flavor. Add protein like chicken or chickpeas for a heartier meal.

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