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Quick Quinoa Mushroom Pilaf
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Description
Quinoa is a fast-cooking whole grain native to South America. It is an excellent high-protein source of nutrition, containing magnesium, B vitamins, iron, zinc, potassium, calcium and vitamin E. Quinoa has a fluffy, slightly crunchy texture and a nutty flavor.
Ingredients
- ½ Tablespoons Olive Oil
- 1 whole Onion, Diced
- 5 Crimini Mushrooms, Wiped Clean And Sliced Thin
- 1 Tablespoon Fresh Sage, Minced
- ½ teaspoons Plain Sea Salt
- 1 cup Quinoa, Rinsed Well And Drained
- ¼ cups Dried Raisins Or Cranberries (optional)
- 2 cups Water
Preparation
In a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat, saute onions in olive oil until onions start to soften. Add mushrooms and cook for a couple of minutes. Add sage and sea salt. Cook for two minutes longer. Add quinoa, raisins or cranberries (optional) and water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for fifteen minutes, or until water is absorbed. Fluff quinoa with a fork and serve.
Kid-friendly option: For picky eaters, try the quinoa plain. Add the quinoa and water water into a pan. Bring to a boil. Salt to taste. Simmer for 15 minutes and serve.
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