Warm Quinoa Spinach and Shiitake Salad

Warm Quinoa Spinach and Shiitake Salad

VegetarianGluten FreeVery Healthy

Basic Information

  • Servings: 6
  • Ready in: 45 minutes
  • Preparation time: -
  • Cooking time: -
  • Rating: 90.67
  • Health score: 69.00
  • Weight Watcher points: 7.00

Summary

Warm Quinoa Spinach and Shiitake Salad might be just the hor d'oeuvre you are searching for. For $3.11 per serving, this recipe covers 20% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. This recipe serves 6. One serving contains 226 calories, 6g of protein, and 16g of fat. 2 people were glad they tried this recipe. It is a good option if you're following a gluten free, lacto ovo vegetarian, and primal diet. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes approximately 45 minutes. A mixture of salt, pepper, chicken broth, and a handful of other ingredients are all it takes to make this recipe so yummy. It is brought to you by Foodista. With a spoonacular score of 92%, this dish is super. Users who liked this recipe also liked Warm Quinoa Spinach and Shiitake Salad, Serious Salads: Warm Quinoa Pilaf Salad with Shiitake Mushrooms, Carrots & Pecans, and Warm Lentil Salad with Spinach & Quinoa.

Ingredients

  • baby spinach
    baby spinach6 cups
  • pepper
    pepper6 servings
  • chicken broth
    chicken broth500 mL
  • feta cheese
    feta cheese50 mL
  • olive oil
    olive oil6 servings
  • bell pepper
    bell pepper125 mL
  • red wine vinegar
    red wine vinegar2 tablespoons
  • pc organics roasted garlic and herbs quinoa
    pc organics roasted garlic and herbs quinoa225 g
  • salt
    salt1 pinch
  • shallots
    shallots2
  • shiitake mushrooms
    shiitake mushrooms180 g
Instructions

Step 1

In saucepan, bring chicken broth to a boil. Stir in quinoa and contents of seasoning pouch. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 12 to 15 minutes or until tender.

Step 2

Remove from heat; let stand, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.In large nonstick frying pan, heat oil over medium heat; cook shallots and red pepper for 4 to 6 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until lightly golden and softened. Stir in mushrooms; cook, stirring occasionally, for 6 to 8 minutes or until mushrooms have released their juices and are starting to turn golden.

Step 3

Add vinegar; cook, stirring to bring up browned bits, for 1 minute. Stir in spinach; cook, stirring, for 2 minutes or just until wilted. Stir in salt and pepper.

Step 4

Remove from heat.In large bowl, toss quinoa with warm spinach mixture.

Step 5

Serve sprinkled with feta.More recipe ideas are available online at pc.ca.

Categories

Dish Types: side dish, antipasti, salad, starter, snack, appetizer, antipasto, hor d'oeuvre

Diets: gluten free, lacto ovo vegetarian, primal

Source Information

Source: Foodista

License: CC BY 3.0

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