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Warm Quinoa Spinach and Shiitake Salad

Warm Quinoa Spinach and Shiitake Salad

By Ethan Del Rosario
0’ Prep time
45’ Cook time
45’ Total time
226 Calories
6 Serving

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.
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Step by Step

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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. Remove from heat; let stand, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
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Step 2

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. 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. Remove from heat.
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Step 3

In large bowl, toss quinoa with warm spinach mixture. Serve sprinkled with feta.
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Step 4

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Ingredient

  • table salt
    table salt
    1 pinch
  • black pepper
    black pepper
    6
  • extra virgin olive oil
    extra virgin olive oil
    6
  • chicken broth
    chicken broth
    500 mls
  • baby spinach
    baby spinach
    180 grams
  • roasted garlic
    roasted garlic
    225 grams
  • shallot
    shallot
    2
  • red wine vinegar
    red wine vinegar
    2 tbsps
  • red pepper
    red pepper
    125 mls
  • feta cheese
    feta cheese
    50 mls
  • shiitake mushrooms
    shiitake mushrooms
    180 grams

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