Red Quinoa with Sauteed Mushrooms and Kale
Red quinoa is considered a complete protein as it contains all nine essential amino acids.
This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 45 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.
Red Quinoa with Sauteed Mushrooms and Kale
Ingredients
Instructions
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Rinse the red quinoa under cold water.
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In a saucepan, bring vegetable broth to a boil and add the rinsed quinoa. Cook for about 15 minutes or until the quinoa is tender.
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While the quinoa is cooking, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped garlic and onion, and sauté until translucent.
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Add the sliced mushrooms to the skillet and cook until they release their moisture and become tender.
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Stir in the chopped kale and cook until wilted.
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Once the quinoa is cooked, fluff it with a fork and transfer it to the skillet with the sautéed vegetables.
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Drizzle lemon juice over the mixture and season with salt and black pepper.
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Stir everything together and let it cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
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Remove from heat and let it rest for 5 minutes.
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Serve the red quinoa with sautéed mushrooms and kale warm.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 300kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 8g13%
- Total Carbohydrate 45g15%
- Sugars 3g
- Protein 12g24%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
