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    Published: Jan 22, 2022 · Modified: Nov 16, 2022

    Easy Quinoa With Mushrooms and Spinach (Vegan)

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    This Easy Quinoa With Mushrooms and Spinach is quick to make and delicious to eat. It can be used as either a main or a side dish. It's super easy to make and is very versatile.

    I remember when quinoa was the "It" food. Suddenly every recipe contained quinoa and it was all over menus in restaurants. Seems like it's not a popular as it once was and it's a shame. Quinoa is a great rice substitute and is full of protein.

    plate of quinoa with spinach

    This dish I first created many years ago, when I still ate meat and dairy. It was made with chicken broth and covered with parmesan cheese. I also originally didn't have the spinach in it. Since then I've veganized it, added spinach and a sprinkling of red pepper flakes and it's tastier than it ever.

    How to Make the Quinoa Dish

    dish of quinoa

    To start, melt butter in medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Add rinsed quinoa to the melted butter and cook for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally. It's really important to rinse the quinoa before using it or it can taste bitter.

    Add the vegetable broth, stir well, and bring to a boil. Cover the pot, lower heat, and simmer for 10 min.

    Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and cook for 4 minutes. Stir in the garlic and chopped mushrooms and cook for 5 minutes more.

    whole white mushrooms

    Add the spinach and cook for 5 minutes. I prefer using baby spinach as it's already the perfect size and doesn't have any tough stems. Season with salt and pepper.

    small bowl of spinach

    Fluff the cooked quinoa with a fork and stir in the vegetables. Add more salt and pepper if needed and sprinkle with red pepper flakes, if using. Serve and enjoy!

    Variations

    I love spinach and mushrooms but this recipe is very versatile. Some other veggie options to try are:

    • peppers and onions
    • asparagus
    • broccoli
    • peas
    • beans
    • corn
    plate of quinoa with mushrooms and spinach.

    Summary

    This Quinoa with Mushrooms and Spinach is a delicious, protein packed dish. It's easy to make and tastes great with other vegetables as well. It's hearty enough for a main dish but also works as a vegan side dish.

    Looking for more vegan recipes? Check out:

    • Ultimate Vegan Crock Pot Chili
    • Mexican 3 Bean Salad With Corn (Vegan)
    • Easy Vegan Mexican Casserole With Rice
    plate of quinoa

    Easy Quinoa with Mushrooms and Spinach (Vegan)

    Quinoa with Mushrooms and Spinach is full of protein and can be used as a main or a side dish.
    5 from 1 vote
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 25 mins
    Total Time 35 mins
    Course Main Course
    Servings 6
    Calories 209 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 tablespoon vegan butter
    • 1 ½ cups quinoa, rinsed
    • 3 cups vegetable broth
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • 1 small onion, chopped
    • 1 8 oz. package mushrooms, chopped
    • 2 cloves garlic, minced
    • 3 cups baby spinach
    • ¼ teaspoon salt
    • ¼ teaspoon pepper
    • red pepper flakes optional

    Instructions
     

    • Melt butter in medium saucepan over medium-high heat.
    • Add rinsed quinoa to the melted butter and cook for 3 min., stirring occasionally.
    • Add the vegetable broth, stir well, and bring to a boil.
    • Cover the pot, lower heat, and simmer for 10 min.
    • Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
    • Add onions and cook for 4 min.
    • Add garlic and mushrooms and cook for 5 min.
    • Add spinach and cook for 5 min.
    • Season with salt and pepper.
    • Fluff the cooked quinoa with a fork and stir in the vegetables.
    • Adjust seasoning as needed and sprinkle with red pepper flakes, if using.

    Notes

    • Quinoa MUST be rinsed before cooking or it will taste bitter.
    • Serve with parmesan cheese for non-vegans.
    • The red pepper flakes are optional but add a nice spice.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 209kcalCarbohydrates: 31gProtein: 7gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.01gSodium: 597mgPotassium: 356mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1753IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 41mgIron: 2mg
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    Comments

    1. Terry says

      February 04, 2022 at 4:02 pm

      5 stars
      I only made quinoa once before and didn’t like it. Now I know it’s because I didn’t rinse it first. This was very easy to make and everyone liked it. Thanks for the recipe.

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      • jencardenas says

        February 07, 2022 at 12:10 pm

        Thanks for the comment, Terry. Yes, rinsing the quinoa is a must! I made that mistake once too.

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    Hi, I'm Jen! I love all things vegan. I'm a food blogger, recipe developer, and mom of three. My goal is to show how the vegan lifestyle can be easy, delicious and fun.

    You can find out more about my vegan journey by reading Keep Taking Steps to Change for the Better.

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