Looking for a healthy and flavorful dish to add to your meal plan? Look no further than this delicious mushroom and herb quinoa pilaf recipe.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup quinoa, rinsed and drained
- 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and pepper, to taste
To start, rinse and drain one cup of quinoa. In a medium saucepan, bring two cups of low-sodium vegetable broth to a boil. Add the quinoa, reduce heat to low, and cover. Let simmer for about 15-20 minutes, until the liquid has been absorbed and the quinoa is tender.
While the quinoa is cooking, heat one tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add one diced onion and three minced garlic cloves, and cook until the onion is translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
Add eight ounces of sliced mushrooms to the skillet, and continue to cook until the mushrooms are tender and browned, about 8-10 minutes. Stir in one teaspoon each of dried thyme and rosemary, and cook for an additional minute.
Once the quinoa is cooked, add it to the skillet with the mushroom mixture. Mix well, and add salt and pepper to taste. Stir in a quarter cup of chopped fresh parsley, and serve.This mushroom and herb quinoa pilaf is a delicious and nutritious dish that can be enjoyed as a main course or as a side dish. It's packed with protein, fiber, and flavor, and is sure to become a favorite in your recipe collection.
