Best Onion And Mushroom Quinoa Recipes

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CARAMELIZED ONION AND MUSHROOM QUINOA



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For veggie-based depth of flavor, onions and mushrooms can't be beat. Put them to good use in this quick and hearty side.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 cups Progresso™ vegetable stock (from 32-oz carton)
3/4 cup uncooked white quinoa, rinsed, well drained
1 tablespoon butter
1 cup sliced onion
3/4 teaspoon salt
8 oz sliced fresh white mushrooms
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme leaves
1 tablespoon chopped fresh sage leaves
1/2 cup dry white wine
1/4 cup chopped fresh Italian (flat-leaf) parsley
1/2 cup chopped hazelnuts, toasted, if desired

Steps:

  • In 2-quart saucepan, heat broth and quinoa to boiling over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer 14 to 16 minutes or until quinoa is soft and translucent.
  • Meanwhile, in 4-quart Dutch oven, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion and salt; cook 4 to 6 minutes, stirring frequently, until onions begin to brown and soften. Add mushrooms, thyme and sage. Cook 6 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until mushrooms release juices and then brown. Add wine; simmer 3 to 5 minutes, scraping pan to release browned bits. Once liquid is almost evaporated, remove from heat.
  • Transfer quinoa to Dutch oven; stir to combine. Top with parsley and hazelnuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180, Carbohydrate 26 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 3 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 620 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 0 g

ONION AND MUSHROOM QUINOA



Onion and Mushroom Quinoa image

Betty Crocker's Heart Healthy Cookbook shares a recipe! This delicious quinoa and vegetables side dish recipe is easy to make and is ready in just 30 minutes.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 teaspoon canola or soybean oil
1 cup uncooked quinoa
1 small onion, cut into fourths and sliced
1 medium carrot, shredded (2/3 cup)
1 small green bell pepper, chopped (1/2 cup)
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms (about 2 1/2 ounces)
1 teaspoon chopped fresh or 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 can (14 ounces) fat-free vegetable broth

Steps:

  • Heat oil in 2-quart saucepan over medium heat. Cook quinoa and onion in oil 4 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until light brown.
  • Stir in remaining ingredients. Heat to boiling; reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer about 15 minutes or until liquid is absorbed. Fluff with fork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200, Carbohydrate 35 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 4 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 600 mg, Sugar 6 g, TransFat 0 g

CARAMELIZED ONION AND MUSHROOM QUINOA



Caramelized Onion and Mushroom Quinoa image

For veggie-based depth of flavor, onions and mushrooms can't be beat. Put them to good use in this quick and hearty side.

Provided by @MakeItYours

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 cups Progresso™ vegetable stock (from 32-oz carton)
3/4 cup uncooked white quinoa, rinsed, well drained
1 tablespoon butter
1 cup sliced onion
3/4 teaspoon salt
8 oz sliced fresh white mushrooms
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme leaves
1 tablespoon chopped fresh sage leaves
1/2 cup dry white wine
1/4 cup chopped fresh Italian (flat-leaf) parsley
1/2 cup chopped hazelnuts, toasted, if desired

Steps:

  • In 2-quart saucepan, heat stock and quinoa to boiling over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer 14 to 16 minutes or until quinoa is soft and translucent.
  • Meanwhile, in 4-quart Dutch oven, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion and salt; cook 4 to 6 minutes, stirring frequently, until onions begin to brown and soften. Add mushrooms, thyme and sage. Cook 6 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until mushrooms release juices and then brown. Add wine; simmer 3 to 5 minutes, scraping pan to release browned bits. Once liquid is almost evaporated, remove from heat.
  • Transfer quinoa to Dutch oven; stir to combine. Top with parsley and hazelnuts.

ONION AND MUSHROOM QUINOA



Onion and Mushroom Quinoa image

Mixed vegetables and quinoa makes adds a distinctive side dish to your meal in just 30 minutes.

Provided by @MakeItYours

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup uncooked quinoa
1 teaspoon canola oil
1 small onion, cut into fourths, then sliced
1 medium carrot, shredded (2/3 cup)
1 small green bell pepper, chopped (1/2 cup)
1 cup sliced mushrooms (3 oz)
1 teaspoon chopped fresh or 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 can (14 oz) vegetable or chicken broth

Steps:

  • Rinse quinoa thoroughly by placing in a fine-mesh strainer and holding under cold running water until water runs clear; drain well.
  • In 2-quart saucepan, heat oil over medium heat. Cook quinoa and onion in oil 4 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until light brown.
  • Stir in remaining ingredients. Heat to boiling; reduce heat. Cover; simmer about 15 minutes or until liquid is absorbed. Fluff with fork.

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