Garlic Butter Quinoa
Garlic Butter Quinoa is a delightful dish that elevates the humble grain into a rich, savory experience. Fluffy quinoa is bathed in golden brown garlic butter, creating an irresistible aroma that fills your kitchen. This easy-to-make recipe serves as a perfect side for weeknight dinners or as a standout main course when you want to impress guests. Packed with nutrients and flavor, Garlic Butter Quinoa is versatile enough to pair beautifully with proteins or vegetables, making it a staple for any meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup uncooked quinoa
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1.5 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Rinse quinoa under cold water in a fine mesh strainer to remove bitterness.
- In a saucepan, combine rinsed quinoa and vegetable broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until liquid is absorbed.
- While quinoa cooks, melt butter in a skillet over medium heat until golden brown.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet; sauté for about one minute until fragrant.
- Fluff cooked quinoa with a fork and mix in the garlic butter.
- Stir in chopped parsley for freshness and serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (185g)
- Calories: 232
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 20mg