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Mushroom Quinoa (Easy One-Pan Recipe)

August 25, 2016 By Alia 8 Comments

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This Mushroom Quinoa recipe is vegetarian, gluten-free, and can easily be made vegan. It is a healthy and easy recipe that is perfect for Meatless Mondays. Just toss all your ingredients into one pan and you have a no-stress, no-mess meal that is ready to eat about a half an hour!

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Main Ingredients in Mushroom Quinoa

Although quinoa looks like a grain, it is actually a seed. This means that it is higher in protein and lower in starch than most grains. Quinoa is also gluten-free, so it is a terrific alternative to grains like wheat and barley for people who are sensitive to gluten. Quinoa is also great for vegetarians that are looking for more ways to get protein in their diet.

Mushrooms have an earthy, meaty texture so they are one of the best substitutes for meat in vegetarian dishes. I use sliced white button mushrooms to make this dish, but you can use whatever mushrooms you have on hand. Cremini mushrooms and Portobello mushrooms would work just fine in this recipe.

Kale is a great leafy green to incorporate into your diet because it is rich in Vitamins A, C and K and is also a good source of calcium. To prepare your kale, tear the leaves from the tough center stalk, then chop or shred the leaves.

The dish is finished with fresh shaved Parmesan cheese which gives it an added layer of richness. To shave your Parmesan cheese, use a vegetable peeler to make shavings or you can just grate it using a microplane grater.

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More Vegetarian Dinner Recipes to Try

Looking for more meatless dinner inspiration? Check out these easy recipes:

  • Quinoa Salad with Chickpeas
  • Thai Noodle Salad
  • Coconut Lentil Curry
  • Quinoa Fried Rice
  • Creamy Mushroom Soup

If you make this easy Mushroom Quinoa recipe, let me know! Leave a comment with a star rating ★ below, because I love hearing from you! ♡

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Mushroom Quinoa (Easy One-Pan Recipe)

Alia | Everyday Easy Eats
This one-pan Mushroom Quinoa recipe makes a quick and healthy weeknight dinner. A tasty and satisfying meatless main.
5 from 4 votes
Print Recipe
Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Total Time 35 mins
Course Main
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 264 calories

Ingredients
 

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 2 cups sliced mushrooms
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 cup uncooked quinoa
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 4 cups chopped kale leaves
  • Fresh shaved or grated Parmesan cheese, for serving

Instructions
 

  • In a large skillet, heat oil and butter over medium heat.
  • Add mushrooms, garlic, thyme and season with a pinch each of salt and pepper. Sauté for about 5 minutes until mushrooms have released liquid and are browned.
  • Stir in quinoa and broth and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 15–20 minutes until all liquid is absorbed.
  • Stir in kale, cover and simmer for about 3 minutes until kale is wilted. Serve topped with Parmesan cheese.

Notes

  1. To make this recipe vegan, simply omit the butter and Parmesan cheese.
  2. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to five days or in the freezer for up to three months.
 

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Mushroom Quinoa (Easy One-Pan Recipe)
Amount per Serving
Calories
264
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
9
g
14
%
Saturated Fat
 
2
g
13
%
Cholesterol
 
7
mg
2
%
Sodium
 
525
mg
23
%
Potassium
 
720
mg
21
%
Carbohydrates
 
36
g
12
%
Fiber
 
3
g
13
%
Sugar
 
1
g
1
%
Protein
 
10
g
20
%
Vitamin A
 
7030
IU
141
%
Vitamin C
 
81.8
mg
99
%
Calcium
 
123
mg
12
%
Iron
 
3.2
mg
18
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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Comments

  1. Zerrin Günaydın says

    October 4, 2016 at 9:54 am

    5 stars
    Oh my! I’ll be dreaming of this all day!

    Reply
    • Alia says

      October 4, 2016 at 6:17 pm

      Haha! You’re so sweet! Thank you! 🙂

      Reply
  2. Eliza says

    February 11, 2017 at 10:52 am

    5 stars
    Great vegetarian recipe!! Love the mushrooms and kale and parm!!

    Reply
    • Alia says

      February 12, 2017 at 2:04 pm

      Thanks so much Eliza! 🙂

      Reply
  3. Agness of Run Agness Run says

    October 14, 2017 at 8:12 am

    5 stars
    Wow! This one awesome dish which I can’t wait to give it a try, Alia! Do you always use fresh mushrooms for this recipe?

    Reply
    • Alia says

      October 14, 2017 at 4:03 pm

      Hey Agness! Thanks so much! I usually do use fresh mushrooms, but you can totally use canned mushrooms! I always have a few cans of mushrooms in my pantry to use when I don’t have fresh ones on hand. 🙂

      Reply
  4. Alena says

    May 2, 2018 at 1:33 am

    5 stars
    Thanks,
    Sharing the information on mushroom kale Quinoa
    I tried it.It is good & tasty. Quinoa seeds are very healthy for a body
    It has a rich amount of fiber, antioxidants, and iron
    https://nourishyou.in/superfoods/quinoa-seeds/

    Reply
    • Alia says

      May 2, 2018 at 8:52 pm

      Hi Alena! You’re welcome! I’m glad you enjoyed the recipe! 🙂

      Reply

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