Vegetarian Garlic and Parmesan Cheese Quinoa

A simple whole-grain quinoa recipe features garlic and Parmesan cheese, offering a versatile base for added tofu or vegetables.

Category Tags:

EntreeSide Dish

Cuisine Tags:

American

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Instructions

  1. Sauté diced onion and minced garlic in butter or olive oil over medium-high heat for 3-5 minutes until softened, then reduce heat to medium-low.

  2. Add vegetable broth and quinoa to the pan.

  3. Cover and simmer for approximately 15 minutes, or until the liquid is absorbed and quinoa is cooked.

  4. Remove from heat, then fluff the quinoa using a fork.

  5. Stir in salt to taste and Parmesan cheese, or nutritional yeast for a vegan alternative, until well combined.

Nutritional Info (per serving)

Calories: 301 kcal
Carbohydrate: 42 g
Cholesterol: 17 mg
Fiber: 4 g
Protein: 11 g
Saturated Fat: 4 g
Sodium: 823 mg
Sugar: 2 g
Fat: 10 g
Unsaturated Fat: 0 g