Garlic Mushroom Quinoa
An easy, healthy side dish that you’ll want to make with every single meal!
With the weather hitting 90 degrees this week, I think it’s safe to say that bikini season is officially here. So in an attempt to shed off all that donut weight, Jason and I have really been trying to get into this whole “clean-eating” situation. And instead of our usual carb-loaded french-fry-onion-ring-deep-fried side dishes, I decided to make a healthy, protein-rich side dish. That is, after we’ve had our morning cup of coffees and maple bars.
Now instead of just serving up a boring old bowl of quinoa, I decided to have a little bit of fun with it and add in one of my all-time favorite veggies = mushrooms. Not only do they have an amazing distinct flavor but they also add a range of nutritional and health benefits right into your meal! And no, this is not a sponsored post for mushrooms. I just REALLY love mushrooms.
So that’s what this is – a boring old bowl of quinoa with a fun twist, chockfull of mushrooms, garlic and thyme. It’s so simple and comes together so easily – it’s practically fool-proof!
Garlic Mushroom Quinoa
Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound cremini mushrooms, thinly sliced
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan
Instructions
- In a large saucepan of 2 cups water, cook quinoa according to package instructions; set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Add mushrooms, garlic and thyme, and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 3-4 minutes; season with salt and pepper, to taste. Stir in quinoa until well combined.
- Serve immediately, garnished with Parmesan, if desired.
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Loved the idea of this but wanted a one pan supper instead. So when I added the quinoa to the mushrooms I put in some canned tuna and then close to the end I put in green peas and chives. Perfect!!! Thank you for the inspiration!!
How big are each serving? 1/2 cup? 1 cup?
About 1 cup.
It says 21 day fix approved. Approx how many of each container would you say a single serving equals? Sounds tasty.
Unfortunately, I am not very familiar with the 21 day fix. As always, please use your best judgment.
We all know that Quinoa is a very good substitute for our regular rice that has lots of carbohydrates. Having quinoa on your daily diet you can make sure that youa are getting the right nutrients you need and helps you reduce weight at the same time.
I added zucchini and served it as a main dish for dinner, it was delicious! Thanks!
Really good! Added just a teeny bit of red win vinegar to the mushrooms and then sautéed the quinoa with everything once it was done.
made this tonight added caramelized onion and peas. roasted the mushrooms till browned. will keep for a fast meal. it was our main dish.
I am going to try this and yes with the protein count in the quinoa it could be used as a main dish or as one gal said add some more veggies and a salad.
Made this yesterday and oh my goodness, delicious! So quick and easy too. Used vegetable broth to cook the quinoa, and 1 1/2 pounds of mushrooms instead of the 1 pound. Yum, yum, yum, and makes great leftovers!
For even more mushroom flavor, cook the quinoa in mushroom broth instead of water.
I does look good and tasty. Since quinoa is very healthy and also a healthy and best substitute for our regular rice you are pretty sure you can eat these without any guilt at all.
do you have any suggestions for substituting thyme with any other spice?!
You can substitute with other herbs (ex. oregano, basil, etc.), to taste.
I made this last night for supper and it was so very tasty, I can’t wait to make it again. I paired it with some grilled pesto shrimp and roasted asparagus and it was divine. Thanks for the wonderful recipe!
I made this as dinner for me. Quick and healthy and delicious! Next time I will cook the quinoa with chicken broth or vegetable broth instead of water. Gives the quinoa more flavor. I usually do in other recipes. Thanks. This is a winner.
Made this tonight for supper….Yummy yummy!!!! My husband, who sometimes fears trying new things LOVED this! Thanks for the recipe!
I suggested this recipe to my friend and she made this last night for Passover. It was a HIT !!! Glad I got a little leftover to eat tonight! I will make it myself soon!
Just made this — delicious! I used chicken broth to make the quinoa but otherwise followed the recipe. Between the garlic and thyme it was perfectly flavored!
I just made this, and added in some chicken to make it a meal since I was only cooking for me, and it’s so good!!! My fiance and most of my friends really don’t like mushrooms, but I want to make it again! Yum!
Made it, ate it ! Was very easy and soooo good ! We ate it with grilled lamb chops.
Only thing, I had to use couscous instead of quinoa cause I didn’t have any and not so easy to find in my part of the world ;).
Will make it again and again, for sure !
Thank you.
I love this recipe!! I’ve made it many times and the only thing I ever add is sun-dried tomatoes. Thanks for sharing such delicious recipes!