For enhanced flavor, consider using vegetable broth instead of water to cook the quinoa. A sprinkle of fresh parsley or thyme can add a vibrant touch to the finished dish. Feel free to substitute other types of mushrooms, such as shiitake or oyster mushrooms, for the crimini.
Quinoa with Sweet Potato and Mushrooms
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PREP TIME25 mins
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COOK TIME30 mins
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TOTAL TIME55 mins
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SERVING4 People
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VIEWS594
Earthy crimini mushrooms and sweet potato mingle with toasted pecans over a fluffy bed of quinoa. This wholesome dish offers a delightful balance of textures and flavors, perfect as a satisfying main course or a comforting side.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate19 g
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Fiber4 g
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Protein4 g
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Saturated Fat1 g
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Sodium108 mg
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Sugar2 g
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Fat9 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
Recipe View Toast quinoa in a dry saucepan over medium heat, stirring frequently, until fragrant and lightly golden, about 5 minutes. Add water and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until quinoa is tender and the water is absorbed, about 20 minutes.
02 Step
Recipe View While the quinoa is cooking, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and chopped sweet onion, cook until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add sliced crimini mushrooms, diced sweet potato, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. Cover the skillet, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook, stirring occasionally, until sweet potato is tender and easily pierced with a fork, about 20 minutes. If the vegetables start to stick, add a tablespoon of water at a time.
03 Step
Recipe View Fluff the cooked quinoa with a fork. Spoon the vegetable mixture over a bed of quinoa. Garnish generously with chopped, toasted pecans. Serve immediately.
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Dayna Ziemann
May 3, 2024My family loved this dish, even my picky eater!
Fermin White
Oct 31, 2023A great vegetarian option that's both healthy and satisfying!
Luigi Oconnell
Jul 21, 2023Easy to follow and the perfect comfort food for a chilly night.
Giuseppe Bradtke
Mar 14, 2023This recipe is a winner! The flavors are so well balanced.
Lupe Spinka
Mar 13, 2023Toasting the quinoa really makes a difference in the flavor.
Lenore Mcglynn
Dec 7, 2022I substituted butternut squash for sweet potato and it was just as good!
Raphael Aufderhar
Dec 1, 2022I added a bit of maple syrup for extra sweetness and it was delicious!
Camille Hoeger
Oct 22, 2022Next time I will add a bit of chili flake to give it some heat.
Edwin Littel
Oct 6, 2022I doubled the recipe and it was perfect for meal prepping.