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September 9, 2014 By Nicole Harris 9 Comments

Mushroom and Roasted Garlic Quinoa

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This Cheesy Mushroom and Roasted Garlic Quinoa is full of creamy, cheesy, deliciousness.  Not only is it a gluten free, vegetarian side dish.  It is pure indulgence.

serving spoon scooping cheesy quinoa with mushrooms - photo text: cheesy mushroom and garlic quinoa

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Easy Quinoa Recipe

I absolutely LOVE quinoa.  Love It! This Cheesy Garlic Quinoa is at the top of my list.

Quinoa can be used in Sweet or Savory dishes.

Besides the quinoa, want to know why THIS recipe is so amazing!?!  Just look at the photo below.

Mushrooms.  Butter.  Roasted Garlic.

That is just the beginning.  Add cream and cheese to create this sinful side dish!

mushrooms, roasted garlic and butter on cutting board

It is just too good!  Slap yo’ mamma good!  Handcuffs and mugshot good!  Haunt your dreams good.

 Eat it at your own risk!  It is worth it.

Just kidding, it’s not that bad for you.  Hey, it is gluten free after all!

wooden spoon stirring quinoa mixture

spoon scooping cheesy quinoa and mushrooms

Cheesy Mushroom & Roasted Garlic Quinoa

Yield: 1
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

This Cheesy Mushroom and Roasted Garlic Quinoa is full of creamy, cheesy, deliciousness.  Not only is it a gluten free, vegetarian side dish.  It is pure indulgence.

Ingredients

  • 6 oz Baby Bella Mushrooms - Cut into large pieces, crimini
  • 1 Tablespoon Chopped Roasted Garlic, 10-12 Roasted Garlic Cloves
  • 4 Tablespoons Salted Butter
  • 1/2 teaspoon Sea Salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground Pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon Dried Thyme
  • 1/4 Cup Heavy Cream
  • 2 Cups Cooked White Quinoa, cook quinoa according to package directions
  • 1/2 Cup Shredded Parmesan Cheese

Instructions

  1. Melt butter in 3 quart pot over medium heat.
  2. Add mushrooms to pot and cook 4 minutes. Stir frequently.
  3. Add garlic, salt, pepper and thyme. Cook 2 minutes. Stir frequently.
  4. Reduce heat to medium/low. Add cream, quinoa and parmesan.
  5. Heat and stir until cheese is melted. Serve immediately.

Notes

Yields approximately 3 cups.
Add chicken for a delicious dinner option.

Nutrition Information
Yield 4 Serving Size 1
Amount Per Serving Calories 347Total Fat 22gSaturated Fat 13gTrans Fat 1gUnsaturated Fat 8gCholesterol 55mgSodium 539mgCarbohydrates 28gFiber 4gSugar 3gProtein 10g

Nutritional information on WonkyWonderful is provided as a courtesy and is approximate only. We cannot guarantee the accuracy of the nutritional information given for any recipe on this site.

© Nicole Harris
Cuisine: American / Category: Side Dishes

 

spoon scooping cheesy quinoa and mushrooms

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Comments

  1. Deborah says

    September 9, 2014 at

    Drool! I have been on a quinoa kick lately, and I am a huge mushroom fan. I need this right away!

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    • Nicole Harris says

      September 10, 2014 at

      Thanks Deborah! I have a bit of a quinoa obsession!

      Reply
  2. Theresa says

    September 14, 2015 at

    This was SO GOOD! Even my husband, who “hates quinoa” liked this. I subs. milk or the cream just because we didn’t have any. Delicious!

    Reply
    • Nicole Harris says

      September 22, 2015 at

      So glad to hear that you enjoyed!

      Reply
  3. Alex says

    February 18, 2016 at

    Loved it! Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
  4. mary says

    April 6, 2016 at

    can you make this ahead”

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    • Nicole Harris says

      April 7, 2016 at

      Yes, this can be made ahead. It is at it’s best right away. The leftovers will bind a bit so when reheating add a splash of liquid to loosen it back up. Enjoy!

      Reply
  5. Catherine says

    November 23, 2016 at

    This is my new favorite recipe! I put it in a casserole dish and place pan seared chicken breasts on top for an easy, complete, weeknight meal. I have honestly made it three times since discovering it a month ago and will be bringing it (sans chicken) as a new side dish to my family’s thanksgiving meal so that everyone can taste what I have been raving about the past month. Thank you very much for this simple, delicious, meal!

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    • Nicole Harris says

      November 23, 2016 at

      I’m so happy to hear that you love this! I need to get back to my quinoa routine. 🙂

      Reply

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