Quinoa and Mushroom Faux Risotto
Quinoa and Mushroom Faux Risotto layers fluffy, nutty quinoa with tender baby bella mushrooms, sweet onions, and red bell pepper for a rich, umami-forward bite. A splash of red wine and soy sauce deepens the flavor, while grated Parmesan adds a creamy, salty finish. Ideal for a cozy weeknight dinner or a lighter twist on classic risotto.
- Prep20 min
- Cook30 min
- Serves4
- DifficultyMedium
- 1
Combine water, quinoa, 1 tablespoon coconut oil, and chicken bouillon granules in a saucepan; bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until white threads appear on the quinoa grains, about 15 minutes.
- 2
Heat 2 tablespoons coconut oil in a skillet over medium-high. Saute the mushrooms, onion, and red bell pepper in the hot oil until softened, 5 to 7 minutes; season with salt.
- 3
Stir the red wine and soy sauce into the vegetables; bring to a simmer, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook until the liquid reduces, about 10 minutes.
- 4
Combine the quinoa and vegetables in a large serving bowl; sprinkle Parmesan cheese on top.
- Calories 340.31 kcal Moderate
- Protein 15.83 g Good Source
- Carbs 51.65 g Moderate
- Total Fat 8.07 g Moderate
- Saturated Fat 4.19 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 6.79 mg Low Source
- Sodium 815.85 mg High
- Fiber 6.44 g Good Source
- Sugar 11.29 g High
- Added Sugar 4.98 g Moderate
- Calcium 119.08 mg Low Source
- Iron 3.09 mg Moderate
- Potassium 94.52 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 17.99 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 35.15 mg Good Source
- Vitamin D 0.93 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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