Description
A healthy and flavorful Spinach Mushroom Quinoa Skillet featuring tender quinoa combined with sautéed mushrooms, fresh spinach, and a blend of Italian seasonings, finished with grated parmesan cheese. This one-pan dish is perfect for a nutritious and satisfying vegetarian meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Grains
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups of water
Vegetables
- 14 oz (400 g) mushrooms, quartered
- 1/2 onion, minced
- 10 oz (300 g) fresh spinach
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Liquids & Oils
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup (125 ml) low-sodium vegetable broth
Seasonings & Cheese
- Fresh cracked pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 teaspoon red chili pepper flakes, optional
Instructions
- Cook Quinoa: Rinse quinoa under cold water. Bring 2 cups of salted water to a boil, add quinoa, and cook until al dente following package instructions, about 15 minutes. Drain excess water if necessary.
- Sauté Mushrooms: Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add quartered mushrooms and sauté for about 3 minutes until lightly browned.
- Add Garlic and Deglaze: Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds. Pour in a small amount of vegetable broth to deglaze the pan, scraping up browned bits. Reduce heat and cook for 1-2 more minutes. Remove mushrooms from skillet and set aside.
- Sauté Onions and Spinach: In the same skillet, add remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil. Cook minced onion for 1 minute until translucent. Add fresh spinach and sauté for 2 minutes until wilted. Season with salt and freshly cracked pepper to taste.
- Combine Ingredients: Push the sautéed spinach to one side of the skillet. Return mushrooms to the skillet, then add the cooked quinoa. Toss everything to combine evenly.
- Finish with Seasonings and Cheese: Stir in grated parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and red chili pepper flakes if using. Mix until cheese is melted and spices are evenly distributed.
- Serve: Transfer the skillet mixture to plates or bowls. Sprinkle additional parmesan cheese and chili flakes on top if desired. Serve hot and enjoy your nutritious and flavorful meal!
Notes
- You can substitute fresh spinach with baby kale or Swiss chard if preferred.
- For a vegan version, replace parmesan cheese with a plant-based cheese alternative or nutritional yeast.
- Adjust the red chili flakes depending on your spice preference or omit entirely for a milder dish.
- Make sure to rinse the quinoa well before cooking to remove its natural bitterness.
- This dish stores well and can be reheated for lunch or dinner the next day.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired
Keywords: spinach mushroom quinoa, quinoa skillet, vegetarian quinoa recipe, healthy one-pan meal, Italian quinoa dish
