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Peas + Mushroom Quinotto

Dive into the creamy goodness of quinotto, a unique and delicious twist on Italian risotto using quinoa for a wholesome boost.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Servings: 4 Servings
Calories: 268 kcal
Course: Side Dish , Main Course
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

  • 1 pound fresh mushrooms sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup quinoa rinsed
  • ½ cup white wine
  • 3 cups vegetable broth
  • 1.5 cups frozen peas thawed
  • ½ cup soy milk or non-dairy milk of choice
  • salt + pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice optional

Instructions

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  1. Preheat a large skillet or cast iron pan. Then add the sliced mushrooms and sauté them until reduced. You should not need any oil as the mushrooms will release a lot of moisture as they cook.
  2. Once reduced, add the garlic, stirring often for about 30 seconds. Then add the quinoa, stirring and toasting for another 30 seconds. Next, add the white wine, and stir constantly until mostly absorbed.
  3. Gradually add the broth, approx. ½-3/4 cup at a time, stirring occasionally, until the liquid is mostly absorbed. Continue adding broth in this pattern. Once absorbed, add more until the quinoa is cooked through. This process will take around 15-20 minutes. (Don't dump all the broth into the quinotto at once.)
  4. Then turn off the heat and stir in the peas, milk, and lemon juice. Taste for salt and pepper, and adjust to your taste. Depending on the saltiness of your broth, you may or may not need to add salt.
  5. Serve your quinotto with vegan parmesan cheese and/or red pepper flakes.

Notes

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  • Leftovers keep refrigerated for 3-4 days. Reheat on the stovetop, adding a little water or broth to the pan to loosen up the quinotto as needed.
  • Use wine that tastes good! If you won’t drink it, don’t cook with it either.
  • Do NOT add all the broth at once to your pan of quinotto. Add it slowly, as directed and add more only once mostly absorbed.

Nutrition Information

Calories 268cal (13%) Carbohydrates 42g (14%) Protein 14g (28%) Fat 4g (6%) Sodium 198mg (8%) Potassium 820mg (23%) Fiber 8g (32%) Sugar 7g (14%) Vitamin A 485IU (10%) Vitamin C 26mg (29%) Calcium 82mg (8%) Iron 4mg (22%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 268

% Daily Value*

Calories 268cal 13%
Carbohydrates 42g 14%
Protein 14g 28%
Fat 4g 6%
Sodium 198mg 8%
Potassium 820mg 17%
Fiber 8g 32%
Sugar 7g 14%
Vitamin A 485IU 10%
Vitamin C 26mg 29%
Calcium 82mg 8%
Iron 4mg 22%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.