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Quinoa Mushroom Pilaf

Published: Feb 7, 2011 · Modified: Mar 15, 2018 by Louisa Clements · This post may contain affiliate links

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A simple vegetarian recipe for quinoa and mushroom pilaf makes the perfect side dish or lunch. | livinglou.com

Quinoa (keen-wah) is something that I’ve heard a lot about, but have never tried … despite having some in the pantry for months. It’s an interesting, ancient grain that has a rather unique texture, and it’s really good for you! The texture is kind of crunchy and soft at the same time. At first I wasn’t sure what to expect, but I’m pleasantly surprised. The flavor of quinoa is mild and nutty, which is easily adaptable. This week’s Meatless Monday quinoa pilaf is filling and works well as a main course, but it would also make a wonderful side to a nice roasted chicken.

After researching about quinoa and it’s flavor, I thought that mushrooms would be a nice compliment to it’s flavor. I have to say that after eating this quinoa mushroom pilaf, I’m definitely a big fan of quinoa and can’t wait to try more recipes!

If you’re on the hunt for a dish that is relatively simple to make, and yields scrumptious results then I highly recommend this one!

Louisa Clements

Yields 4 servings

Quinoa Mushroom Pilaf

18 minCook Time

18 minTotal Time

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Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 oz white button mushrooms, quartered
  • 1 large clove garlic, minced
  • 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
  • freshly ground pepper and salt
  • 1 ¼ cups water
  • ¼ tsp dried thyme
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 2 tbsp Parmesan cheese

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
    Amount Per Serving
  • Calories 1461
  • % Daily Value*

  • Total Fat: 64 g 98.46%
  • Saturated Fat: g 0%
  • Cholesterol: mg 0%
  • Sodium: mg 0%
  • Potassium: mg 0%
  • Total Carbohydrate: 189 g %
  • Sugar: g
  • Protein: 37 g
  • Vitamin A: 0%
  • Calcium: mg 0%
  • Iron: mg 0%
  • * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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  1. Shirley

    February 08, 2011 at 2:49 pm

    Another "very tasty sounding" Meatless Monday dish...I have never heard of Quinoa but I shall definitely try it as I love the ingredients that you have put with it...Love the photo, too...
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