Best 3 Quinoa With Creamy Garlic Sauce Recipes
Take your taste buds on a delightful culinary journey with our comprehensive guide to cooking quinoa with creamy garlic sauce. Discover the art of transforming simple ingredients into a tantalizing symphony of flavors. Immerse yourself in the culinary journey as we unveil the secrets of creating an unforgettable dish that is both visually appealing and incredibly delicious.
Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!
GARLIC QUINOA
This is a quick and easy, basic quinoa recipe that we use in our house instead of rice as a great side.
Provided by sjflick
Categories Side Dish Grain Side Dish Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook and stir garlic in melted butter until just browned, about 5 minutes.
- Pour chicken broth into the saucepan; add quinoa and stir. Bring the mixture to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until liquid is absorbed, about 15 minutes.
- Remove saucepan from heat and rest mixture 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 192.5 calories, Carbohydrate 28.5 g, Cholesterol 10.1 mg, Fat 5.7 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 6.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 502.9 mg, Sugar 0.5 g
QUINOA WITH CREAMY GARLIC SAUCE
This vegan quinoa recipe uses zucchini and coconut milk as the base for a creamy garlic sauce. If you haven't tried cooking with quinoa before, it is very easy to make if you follow my instructions. The grain has a slightly nutty taste, and it is very popular right now for vegans and vegetarians because of its protein profile. It has all the essential amino acids in one food, which is helpful for those who don't eat a wide variety of healthy vegan foods. If raw garlic is too strong for you, roast it before putting it in the sauce.
Provided by Heather Nauta
Categories Grains
Time 40m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Start by cooking the quinoa. Rinse it with water and drain, then add 2 cups water and a sprinkle of sea salt to the water. Bring this to a boil, then turn down to simmer for 20-30 minutes. When you see the swirl of the grains, with a translucent center, the quinoa is fully cooked. It should be fluffy if you don't stir the quinoa while it cooks.
- Make the sauce while the quinoa is cooking by putting the rest of the ingredients in a blender or food processor. Blend the zucchini with enough coconut milk and/or water to get it smooth. Add the garlic and onion in stages to make sure the sauce stays smooth.
- Serve the cooked quinoa topped with the sauce alone, or add some chopped vegetables, steamed or raw.
MEXICAN QUINOA WITH CREAMY CHICKEN AND VEGETABLES
This dish has a Mexican flavor to it. The chicken mixture can also be wrapped and served in a tortilla. Garnish with crushed tortilla chips if desired.
Provided by Kristina S.
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken
Time 45m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Bring 2 cups water and quinoa to a boil in a saucepan over medium heat. Simmer until quinoa is tender, 15 to 20 minutes.
- Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Saute onion until lightly browned, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in 3 garlic cloves, chili powder, salt, paprika, and red pepper flakes with a wooden spoon. Add chicken; cook and stir for about 5 minutes. Pour in remaining 1/4 cup water. Cover and cook for 15 minutes.
- Stir corn, peas, peppers, and spinach into the skillet. Cover and cook for 5 minutes more. Mix milk and flour together and pour into the skillet; cook and stir for 2 minutes.
- Divide quinoa among 4 serving plates. Scoop chicken and vegetable mixture on top. Whisk lime juice and remaining garlic together in a bowl; drizzle over each serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 326.4 calories, Carbohydrate 37.9 g, Cholesterol 31.5 mg, Fat 11.1 g, Fiber 4.9 g, Protein 19.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 639.1 mg, Sugar 2.5 g
Tips:
- To save time, use pre-cooked quinoa or microwaveable quinoa packets.
- If you don't have heavy cream, you can use milk or yogurt instead.
- Add some grated Parmesan cheese to the sauce for extra flavor.
- Serve the quinoa with a side of steamed vegetables or a salad.
- To make the dish vegan, use almond milk or coconut milk instead of heavy cream.
Conclusion:
Quinoa with Creamy Garlic Sauce is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick and healthy meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover quinoa. With its creamy garlic sauce, this dish is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give Quinoa with Creamy Garlic Sauce a try!
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