Best 3 Autumn Quinoa Recipes

As the leaves change color and the air becomes crisp, it's time to embrace the flavors of autumn with a warm and comforting dish like autumn quinoa. This versatile grain is packed with nutrients and can be combined with a variety of seasonal ingredients to create a hearty and flavorful meal. From savory stews to colorful salads, autumn quinoa is the perfect way to celebrate the harvest and enjoy the bounty of the season.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

AUTUMN QUINOA

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Apples and cheddar make this quinoa creation a perfect dish for fall.

Provided by Johanna Bond

Time 30m

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

3 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup quinoa
2 cups water
1 tablespoon white cooking wine
½ sweet onion, diced
1 clove garlic, minced
pinch rosemary
1 teaspoon lemon juice
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 cup sharp cheddar, cubed
1 cup baby spinach, raw
1 crisp, sweet apple, cored and diced

Steps:

Heat the olive oil in a medium-sized saucepan. Sauté the garlic and onions with the olive oil and rosemary, until tender. About 3 minutes. Add quinoa and lemon juice to the pan. Sauté the quinoa for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally to evenly toast the quinoa. Pour on the white wine and allow it to cook off, continuing to cook the quinoa for another minute. Add two cups of water and bring the quinoa to a boil, then simmer on low with the pan covered for 20 minutes or until the quinoa looks fluffy and there is no extra water.
Add chopped apple, baby spinach, cubes of cheddar and balsamic vinegar and mix together until cheddar has melted and the greens wilted. Remove from heat and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 322, UnsaturatedFat 11 grams, Carbohydrate 39 grams, Fat 15 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 8 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 83 milligrams, Sugar 8 grams, TransFat 0 grams

AUTUMN QUINOA & BUTTER BEANS

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Make and share this Autumn Quinoa & Butter Beans recipe from Food.com.

Provided by dicentra

Categories Yam/Sweet Potato

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1/2 cup quinoa
2 tablespoons margarine
3/4 cup finely chopped onion
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
3/4 cup orange blossom water
2 tablespoons honey
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground coriander
1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 cup diced sweet potato (1/2-inch pieces)
1 cup diced butternut squash (1/2-inch pieces)
1 1/2 cups canned butter beans (drained and rinsed)
1/4 cup chopped cranberries

Steps:

Melt the margarine in a 2-quart saucepan over medium-high heat.
Add the onion and ginger, and cook, stirring, until the onion is softened. Stir in the orange juice, water, honey, salt, coriander, cardamom, and nutmeg; bring to a boil.
Stir in the sweet potato and squash; bring to a boil. Cook, uncovered, 7 minutes. Stir in the butter beans and quinoa, and return to a boil.
Reduce the heat and simmer, covered, 15 minutes.
Stir in the cranberries; simmer, covered, 5 minutes longer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 290.4, Fat 7.3, SaturatedFat 1.2, Sodium 617.4, Carbohydrate 50.8, Fiber 7.2, Sugar 12.4, Protein 7.9

AUTUMN QUINOA

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Make and share this Autumn Quinoa recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Food.com

Categories < 60 Mins

Time 50m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 cup uncooked quinoa (about 3 cups cooked)
1 1/2 cups acorns or 1 1/2 cups butternut squash, cut into 1 . 5 inch pieces
1 1/2 cups carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces (purple carrots if you can find them!!)
1 1/2 tablespoons maple syrup
2 tablespoons sherry wine vinegar
6 unpeeled garlic cloves
2 tablespoons neutral oil (grapeseed or sunflower)
9 sprigs thyme, leaves stripped
1/4 cup chopped flat leaf parsley
1/2 cup feta
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
salt and black pepper for seasoning

Steps:

Preheat oven to 375 Degrees F.
In a large bowl, toss together squash, carrots, maple syrup, sherry vinegar, unpeeled garlic cloves, neutral oil, thyme and a sprinkle of salt.
Transfer veggies to a baking sheet, reserving any excess liquid in a bowl, and roast in the oven for approximately 35 minutes, or until the veggies are golden around the edges.
Meanwhile, cook quinoa. After draining, cover the pot with tin foil to keep warm.
Remove veg from oven, and pick out garlic cloves.
Squeeze the cloves- the roasted garlic should come out easily.
Mash the cloves to form a puree and mix into reserved vinegar mixture. Add extra virgin olive oil if needed. Taste dressing and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
Add veggies into quinoa and toss everything with reserved dressing.
Top with feta and chopped parsley and serve with a final swirl of extra virgin olive oil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 372.9, Fat 20.3, SaturatedFat 4.9, Cholesterol 16.7, Sodium 248.4, Carbohydrate 39.4, Fiber 4.5, Sugar 7.7, Protein 9.5

Tips:

Choose the right quinoa: White quinoa is the most common type, but you can also find red, black, and tri-color quinoa. Each type has a slightly different flavor and texture. White quinoa is mild and fluffy, red quinoa is slightly chewier, and black quinoa has a nutty flavor.
Rinse the quinoa before cooking: This helps to remove the saponins, which are bitter-tasting compounds that can coat the quinoa. Rinsing the quinoa also helps to remove any dirt or debris.
Cook the quinoa according to the package directions: The general rule of thumb is to use 1 cup of quinoa to 2 cups of water or broth. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the quinoa is tender and all of the liquid has been absorbed.
Fluff the quinoa with a fork: Once the quinoa is cooked, fluff it with a fork to separate the grains. This will help to prevent the quinoa from clumping together.
Add your favorite seasonings and ingredients: Quinoa is a blank canvas, so you can add whatever flavors you like. Some popular options include salt, pepper, garlic, onion, herbs, and vegetables.

Conclusion:

Quinoa is a versatile and nutritious grain that can be enjoyed in a variety of dishes. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a hearty and healthy salad, there's a quinoa recipe out there for you. So next time you're looking for something new to try, give quinoa a try. You won't be disappointed.