Quinoa Chard Pilaf

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This simple vegan dish combines the distinctive, nutty flavor of quinoa with chard, mushrooms, and lentils. Try using rainbow chard for a colorful effect!

Submitted by ASTROPHE
Updated on January 14, 2022
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Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
40 mins
Servings:
8
Yield:
8 servings
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 8 servings

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • 1 onion, diced

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • 2 cups uncooked quinoa, rinsed

  • 1 cup canned lentils, rinsed

  • 8 ounces fresh mushrooms, chopped

  • 1 quart vegetable broth

  • 1 bunch Swiss chard, stems removed

Directions

  1. Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat. Stir in the onion and garlic, and saute 5 minutes, until onion is tender. Mix in quinoa, lentils, and mushrooms. Pour in the broth. Cover, and cook 20 minutes.

  2. Remove the pot from heat. Shred chard, and gently mix into the pot. Cover, and allow to sit 5 minutes, or until chard is wilted.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

224 Calories
5g Fat
37g Carbs
10g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 224
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 5g 6%
Saturated Fat 1g 3%
Sodium 323mg 14%
Total Carbohydrate 37g 13%
Dietary Fiber 6g 22%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 10g 19%
Vitamin C 11mg 12%
Calcium 51mg 4%
Iron 3mg 16%
Potassium 461mg 10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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