Quinoa, sweet potato, and mushrooms - a trio of flavors that come together to create a delectable dish. This article presents a collection of carefully curated recipes that highlight the unique characteristics of each ingredient. Quinoa, with its nutty flavor and high protein content, sweet potato, with its vibrant orange hue and natural sweetness, and mushrooms, with their earthy umami flavor, combine to create a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting your culinary journey, this article will guide you through the process of creating a mouthwatering meal that is both nutritious and flavorful.
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QUINOA WITH SWEET POTATO AND MUSHROOMS
Sweet Potato, onion, mushrooms, and chopped pecans are served over a bed of quinoa. This dish is perfect as a warm meal or side dish during cold weather.
Provided by lep413
Categories Side Dish Grain Side Dish Recipes
Time 55m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Stir the quinoa in a saucepan over medium heat until it begins to take on a toasty aroma, about 5 minutes. Pour in the water, and add pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the quinoa is tender, about 20 minutes.
- Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Stir in the garlic and onion, and cook until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the mushrooms, sweet potatoes, and cayenne pepper; season to taste with salt and pepper. Cover the skillet, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook until the sweet potato is soft, about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Pour a splash of water into the skillet if needed to keep the vegetables from burning. Spoon the vegetable mixture over a bed of quinoa, and sprinkle with chopped pecans to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 173.3 calories, Carbohydrate 19.3 g, Fat 9.2 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 4.4 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 108.1 mg, Sugar 2.4 g
QUINOA WITH SWEET POTATO AND MUSHROOMS
Make and share this Quinoa With Sweet Potato and Mushrooms recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Outta Here
Categories Yam/Sweet Potato
Time 45m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Mix quinoa, water and salt in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the quinoa is tender, about 20 minutes.
- Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Stir in the garlic and onion, and cook until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add the mushrooms, sweet potatoes, and cayenne pepper; season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Cover the skillet, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook until the sweet potato is soft, about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add water into the skillet as needed to keep the vegetables from drying out and sticking.
- Divide the quinoa among 4 plates and ladle the vegetables over the quinoa. Sprinkle with almond slivers.
SPICY QUINOA WITH SWEET POTATOES
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories side-dish
Time 45m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Put the quinoa in a bowl and cover with water; drain. Repeat twice; drain well. (This will help remove bitterness.) Transfer the quinoa to a medium saucepan over medium heat and stir constantly until the quinoa is dry, about 8 minutes. Add 1 1/2 cups chicken broth, 3/4 cup water and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Bring to a simmer, then cover the pan, leaving the lid slightly ajar to let steam escape; reduce the heat to medium low and cook until the quinoa is tender and the liquid is absorbed, about 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the red onion and garlic and cook until slightly softened, about 4 minutes. Add the chile powder, coriander and cumin and cook, stirring, until the spices darken, about 1 minute. Add the remaining 1 1/2 cups chicken broth, the jalapeno, sweet potatoes and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Increase the heat to medium high and bring to a simmer. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the sweet potatoes are tender and the liquid is almost absorbed, about 15 minutes.
- Add the sweet potato mixture to the quinoa, then add the cilantro and lime juice and toss; season with salt.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 291 calorie, Fat 10 grams, SaturatedFat 1 grams, Cholesterol 0 milligrams, Sodium 399 milligrams, Carbohydrate 42 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 9 grams, Sugar 4.5 grams
QUINOA WITH MUSHROOMS
Quinoa is a healthy grain that can be substituted in most recipes for rice or couscous. I recently experimented with quinoa and made this dish which my husband and I both love. This easy-to-make and tasty side dish is similar to a pilaf.
Provided by Jen Cardenas
Categories Side Dish Grain Side Dish Recipes
Time 40m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir the mushrooms, onion, and garlic in the hot oil until browned, about 5 minutes; set aside.
- Melt the butter in a pot over medium-high heat. Add the quinoa to the melted butter and let it brown, about 3 minutes. Pour the chicken broth over the quinoa; bring to a boil. Cover and reduce heat to low; simmer 10 minutes. Stir in the sauteed mushroom mixture and cook another 2 minutes. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 233.5 calories, Carbohydrate 30.6 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 8.5 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 9.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 103.4 mg, Sugar 1.4 g
Tips:
- Prep your ingredients: Dice the sweet potato, mushrooms, and onion, and rinse the quinoa thoroughly before cooking.
- Use a flavorful broth: Vegetable or chicken broth adds a savory depth of flavor to the dish. If you don't have any broth on hand, you can use water, but the flavor will be less pronounced.
- Cook the quinoa properly: Quinoa cooks quickly, but it's important to cook it according to the package instructions to ensure that it's cooked through and fluffy.
- Don't overcrowd the pan: When cooking the vegetables, make sure not to overcrowd the pan. This will prevent them from cooking evenly and becoming soggy.
- Season to taste: Once the dish is cooked, season it to taste with salt, pepper, and any other desired seasonings.
Conclusion:
This quinoa with sweet potato and mushrooms is a healthy, delicious, and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It's a great way to get your daily dose of whole grains, vegetables, and protein. The recipe is also easy to customize to your liking. For example, you can add other vegetables, such as spinach, kale, or bell peppers. You can also use different types of mushrooms, such as shiitake or oyster mushrooms. And if you're looking for a vegan version of the dish, you can omit the cheese and use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
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