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Creamy Garlic Parmesan Quinoa: An Easy Comfort Meal

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 430
A delicious and creamy quinoa dish infused with garlic and Parmesan, perfect for a comforting meal.

Ingredients

Grains

  • 1 cup quinoa (rinsed)
  • 2 cups vegetable broth (use low-sodium for a lighter touch)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (adds depth to the garlic sauté)
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced)
  • ½ cup heavy cream (or coconut cream for vegan)
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese (or nutritional yeast for vegan)
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper (adjust to taste)
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley (chopped)
  • to taste salt

Instructions 

  • Bring vegetable broth to a boil, add quinoa, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
  • Remove from heat, keep covered, and let sit for 5 minutes.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet, sauté garlic for 1-2 minutes.
  • Stir in heavy cream, then add cooked quinoa, Parmesan, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Heat through for 2-3 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and fold in chopped parsley. Adjust salt as needed.

Notes

For a vegan version, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream and Parmesan with nutritional yeast.
Calories: 430kcal
Cost: $12
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: International
Keyword: quinoa