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Spinach Mushroom Quinoa Skillet

Spinach Mushroom Quinoa Skillet for a Cozy Dinner Delight

A vibrant Spinach Mushroom Quinoa Skillet that combines hearty quinoa, earthy mushrooms, and fresh spinach for a nourishing weeknight meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Quinoa
  • 1 cup Quinoa Rinse under cold water to remove bitterness.
For the Sauté
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Essential for sautéing.
  • 8 ounces Mushrooms (Quartered) Use any variety like button or cremini.
  • 2 cloves Garlic (Minced) Fresh garlic heightens flavor.
  • 1 medium Onion (Minced) Adds sweetness as it cooks.
  • 4 cups Spinach (Fresh) Can replace with kale or Swiss chard.
For Flavoring
  • ½ cup Vegetable Broth Use chicken broth if not vegetarian.
  • 2 teaspoons Italian Seasoning A blend of dried herbs.
  • 1 teaspoon Red Chili Flakes (Optional) Skip for milder flavor.
For Topping
  • ¼ cup Parmesan Cheese (Grated, optional) Use nutritional yeast for a vegan option.

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • medium pot
  • Fine mesh strainer

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Rinse the quinoa under cold water in a fine mesh strainer. Combine quinoa with 2 cups of water and a pinch of salt in a medium pot.
  2. Bring it to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for about 15 minutes until water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add quartered mushrooms and brown for 1-2 minutes undisturbed.
  4. Stir occasionally for another 3-5 minutes until mushrooms are golden brown. Add minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds.
  5. Pour in vegetable broth to deglaze, scraping browned bits from the bottom.
  6. Add another tablespoon of olive oil and minced onion. Sauté until translucent, then stir in fresh spinach until wilted.
  7. Push the spinach and onion to the side, then mix in the cooked quinoa, sautéed mushrooms, Italian seasoning, and red chili flakes.
  8. Stir everything until well combined and warm through before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 12gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 420mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 7gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 2810IUVitamin C: 22mgCalcium: 90mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This meal is versatile; feel free to add proteins or more vegetables to suit your taste. Adjust seasoning to preference before serving.

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