Quinoa and Swiss Chard Pilaf
Quinoa and Swiss Chard Pilaf brings together nutty quinoa, earthy mushrooms, and tender lentils for a balanced, hearty bite with gentle aromatics from onion and garlic. The chard is folded in at the end so it stays vibrant and tender, adding a fresh, leafy finish. Serve it as a wholesome weeknight dinner or a nourishing side for gatherings.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook20 mins
- Serves8
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- 2
Stir in the onion and garlic, and sauté for 5 minutes, until the onion is tender.
- 3
Mix in the quinoa, lentils, and mushrooms.
- 4
Pour in the broth.
- 5
Cover and cook for 20 minutes.
- 6
Remove the pot from the heat.
- 7
Shred the chard and gently stir it into the pot.
- 8
Cover and let it sit for 5 minutes, or until the chard is wilted.
- Calories 298.97 kcal Moderate
- Protein 13.39 g Good Source
- Carbs 49.62 g Moderate
- Total Fat 5.93 g Moderate
- Saturated Fat 0.63 g Low Source
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 1.62 mg Low Source
- Sodium 421.63 mg Moderate
- Fiber 9.8 g Good Source
- Sugar 2.54 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.57 g Low Source
- Calcium 106.1 mg Low Source
- Iron 5.39 mg Good Source
- Potassium 556.14 mg Moderate
- Vitamin A 135.68 mcg_rae Moderate
- Vitamin C 6.38 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 2.96 mcg Moderate
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅