How to Make Quinoa with Sweet Potato and Mushrooms - A Step-by-Step Guide

Quinoa with sweet potato and mushrooms is a delicious and nutritious dish that is perfect for a wholesome meal. This recipe combines the nutrient-rich quinoa with the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes and the earthy flavor of mushrooms to create a hearty and satisfying dish that will please the palates of both vegetarians and meat-eaters alike.

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Ingredients

  • ⅓ cup quinoa
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1 small sweet onion, chopped
  • 1 cup crimini mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 small sweet potato, peeled and diced
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • ¼ cup chopped, toasted pecans

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 55 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Stir the quinoa in a saucepan over medium heat until it begins to take on a toasty aroma, about 5 minutes. Pour in the water, and add pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the quinoa is tender, about 20 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Stir in the garlic and onion, and cook until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the mushrooms, sweet potatoes, and cayenne pepper; season to taste with salt and pepper. Cover the skillet, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook until the sweet potato is soft, about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Pour a splash of water into the skillet if needed to keep the vegetables from burning. Spoon the vegetable mixture over a bed of quinoa, and sprinkle with chopped pecans to serve.
  • Nutrition

    173 cal.

    • Total Fat: 9g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Sodium: 108mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 19g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 4g
    • Vitamin C: 3mg
    • Calcium: 29mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 249mg