
Garlic Mushroom Quinoa
Here’s an easy side dish you’ll want to serve with every meal. The nutty quinoa melds with the earthy flavors of mushrooms and garlic to complement a host of main dishes. It’s a simple yet elegant side that will impress family and guests alike!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Sides & Sauces
Ingredients
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- 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
- 2 cups water
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound cremini mushrooms, thinly sliced
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan (optional)
Instructions
- In a large saucepan heat 2 cups water to boiling. Add quinoa and cook about 15 minutes, until quinoa has opened and water is absorbed; 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 to 4 minutes; season with salt and pepper, to taste. Stir in quinoa until well combined.
- Serve immediately, garnished with Parmesan, if desired.
Have you tried this recipe? It’s so easy and even faster to make if you have leftover pre-cooked quinoa. Please tell us how it turned out for you.