Quinoa Stuffed Mushrooms: A Delicious and Nutritious Treat!
Quinoa stuffed mushrooms are a healthy and flavorful dish, perfect as an appetizer or a main course. They are packed with nutrients and are easy to prepare.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 large mushrooms
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1/2 cup diced bell pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese (optional)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Clean the mushrooms and remove the stems.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté the onion, bell pepper, and garlic until soft.
- In a bowl, mix the sautéed vegetables with cooked quinoa, salt, and pepper.
- Stuff each mushroom cap with the quinoa mixture.
- If using, sprinkle shredded cheese on top of the stuffed mushrooms.
- Place the stuffed mushrooms on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a vegan option, omit the cheese or use a dairy-free alternative.
- Feel free to add other vegetables or spices to the filling for extra flavor.
- These can be made ahead of time and baked just before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 stuffed mushrooms
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg