Garlic Butter Quinoa
Garlic Butter Quinoa is a comforting and flavorful dish that perfectly blends the rich taste of garlic-infused butter with the nutty goodness of quinoa. This versatile recipe can serve as a delightful side or a satisfying main course, making it ideal for both casual family dinners and festive gatherings. With its creamy texture and aromatic flavors, Garlic Butter Quinoa is sure to impress your guests while being easy enough for any home cook to master.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Side/Maine
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup rinsed quinoa
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse quinoa under cold water in a fine-mesh strainer to eliminate bitterness.
- In a medium saucepan, combine rinsed quinoa and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until all liquid is absorbed.
- While quinoa cooks, melt unsalted butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Once quinoa is ready, add it to the skillet with the garlic butter mix and stir gently until well combined.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, then fold in freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (185g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 30mg