Best 17 Garlic Quinoa Recipes

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Garlic quinoa is a versatile dish, a great source of protein and fiber, and a delicious way to enjoy quinoa. It's easy to make, and, it's a healthy and flavorful side dish that pairs well with a variety of main courses.

This recipe features a simple garlic and herb flavor profile, which allows the natural flavor of the quinoa to shine through. It's also a great base for adding other ingredients, such as vegetables, nuts, and seeds. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a healthy side dish for a special occasion, this garlic quinoa recipe is sure to please.

In addition to the classic garlic quinoa recipe, this article also includes variations for a variety of dietary needs and preferences. There's a vegan version, which uses vegetable broth and nutritional yeast instead of butter and cheese. There's also a gluten-free version, which uses certified gluten-free quinoa flakes. And for those who like a little more spice, there's a spicy garlic quinoa recipe that adds a kick of cayenne pepper.

No matter which variation you choose, you're sure to enjoy this delicious and healthy dish. So, let’s get cooking!

Here are our top 17 tried and tested recipes!

GARLIC KALE QUINOA



Garlic Kale Quinoa image

Great for a quick-but-healthy side dish. White cooking wine can be used instead of 1 tablespoon water at the end of cooking.

Provided by Melanie

Categories     Side Dish     Grain Side Dish Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 8

⅔ cup water
⅓ cup quinoa
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup chopped kale
1 clove garlic, minced
salt and ground black pepper to taste
¼ teaspoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon water, or as needed

Steps:

  • Bring 2/3 cup water and quinoa to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until quinoa is tender and water has been absorbed, 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; saute kale and garlic in the hot oil until kale is wilted, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Stir quinoa into kale mixture and add sesame oil; cook until flavors blend, about 5 more minutes. Add 1 tablespoon water to mixture to keep from sticking.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 188.2 calories, Carbohydrate 22 g, Fat 9.3 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 5.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 18.8 mg

GARLIC QUINOA



Garlic Quinoa image

This is a quick and easy, basic quinoa recipe that we use in our house instead of rice as a great side.

Provided by sjflick

Categories     Side Dish     Grain Side Dish Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon minced garlic
2 cups chicken broth
1 cup quinoa

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook and stir garlic in melted butter until just browned, about 5 minutes.
  • Pour chicken broth into the saucepan; add quinoa and stir. Bring the mixture to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until liquid is absorbed, about 15 minutes.
  • Remove saucepan from heat and rest mixture 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 192.5 calories, Carbohydrate 28.5 g, Cholesterol 10.1 mg, Fat 5.7 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 6.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 502.9 mg, Sugar 0.5 g

QUINOA WITH GARLIC, PINE NUTS AND RAISINS



Quinoa With Garlic, Pine Nuts and Raisins image

Provided by Ellie Krieger

Categories     side-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup quinoa, rinsed well
1/4 cup pine nuts
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
1/3 cup chopped fresh parsley
1/4 cup raisins
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Place the quinoa in a saucepan and cook over medium heat until toasted, about 2 minutes. Add 1 3/4 cups water (or use low-sodium chicken broth) and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer, covered, until the liquid is absorbed, 10 to 15 minutes. Remove from the heat and let sit, covered, about 2 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, toast the pine nuts in a skillet over medium-high heat, stirring, until golden, about 3 minutes; transfer to a plate. Add the olive oil and garlic to the skillet and cook over medium heat, stirring, until golden, about 2 minutes. Transfer the garlic to the plate, reserving the oil.
  • Fluff the quinoa with a fork. Add the pine nuts, garlic, reserved oil, parsley, raisins and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper and toss.

QUICK LEMON AND GARLIC QUINOA SALAD



Quick Lemon and Garlic Quinoa Salad image

Make and share this Quick Lemon and Garlic Quinoa Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by GinnyP

Categories     Grains

Time 20m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup dry quinoa (or 1/2 c quinoa & 1/2 c millet)
8 cups water
1 pinch salt
1/2 cup carrot, chopped
1/3 cup parsley, minced
1/4 cup sunflower seeds
2 -3 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons gluten-free soy sauce (such as San-J Wheat-Free Tamari Soy Sauce)

Steps:

  • Boil the water in a large stock pot.
  • Add salt and quinoa and boil for 10 minutes.
  • Drain in a strainer (like pasta).
  • Prepare dressing in a large bowl.
  • Add carrots, seeds, parsley, and cooked quinoa, and toss well.

GARLIC QUINOA



Garlic Quinoa image

Quinoa is a very high protein grain which originated in the Andes mountains of Bolivia and Peru as a staple food of the Incas. It's gluten-free and rich in L-lysine, phosphorus, calcium, iron, B vitamins, and vitamin E. A yet untried recipe submitted for Zaar World Tour II.

Provided by Debs Recipes

Categories     Grains

Time 20m

Yield 3 cups, 4-5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 cup quinoa, rinsed well and drained
2 cups water or 2 cups broth
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Sauté onion in olive oil for 2-3 minutes; add garlic and continue sautéing for another 30 seconds or so.
  • Add quinoa, water and salt to pan; bring to boil then reduce heat then cover and simmer 15 minutes until liquid is absorbed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 196.3, Fat 6, SaturatedFat 0.8, Sodium 152.1, Carbohydrate 29.6, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 0.9, Protein 6.3

CHEESY QUINOA CAKES WITH A ROASTED GARLIC AND LEMON AIOLI



Cheesy Quinoa Cakes With a Roasted Garlic and Lemon Aioli image

This is a great recipe I found on spoonforkbacon.com It is really good and filling. You can use salt and pepper to tasteEnjoy!

Provided by mcawesomest

Categories     Grains

Time 35m

Yield 10-12 Cakes

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups cooked quinoa
2/3 cup grated Fontina cheese
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 green onions, thinly sliced
1 egg, lightly beaten
2 teaspoons fresh ground black pepper
2 1/2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1/2 cup light mayonnaise
1 head garlic, roasted
1 lemon, zested and juiced
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • For the cakes: Place all ingredients, except for the oil, into a mixing bowl and stir together until well combined. Season with salt and allow the mixture to sit for 5 minutes.
  • Pour oil into a large sauté pan and place over medium heat.
  • Form ¼ cup patties with the quinoa mixture and place in the heated sauté pan. (this will have to be done in batches).
  • Cook quinoa cakes for about 5 minutes on each side. Repeat with the remaining patties until all of the cakes have been cooked. Set aside.
  • For the aioli: Place all ingredients into a food processor, season with salt and pepper and blend until smooth. Pour into a small bowl and serve alongside the warm quinoa cakes.

QUINOA WITH CREAMY GARLIC SAUCE



Quinoa With Creamy Garlic Sauce image

This vegan quinoa recipe uses zucchini and coconut milk as the base for a creamy garlic sauce. If you haven't tried cooking with quinoa before, it is very easy to make if you follow my instructions. The grain has a slightly nutty taste, and it is very popular right now for vegans and vegetarians because of its protein profile. It has all the essential amino acids in one food, which is helpful for those who don't eat a wide variety of healthy vegan foods. If raw garlic is too strong for you, roast it before putting it in the sauce.

Provided by Heather Nauta

Categories     Grains

Time 40m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup quinoa (dry measure)
1 zucchini
2 garlic cloves
1/2 onion
1 tablespoon nutritional yeast (optional)
1/2 cup coconut milk
1 pinch sea salt
1 pinch ground pepper
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg

Steps:

  • Start by cooking the quinoa. Rinse it with water and drain, then add 2 cups water and a sprinkle of sea salt to the water. Bring this to a boil, then turn down to simmer for 20-30 minutes. When you see the swirl of the grains, with a translucent center, the quinoa is fully cooked. It should be fluffy if you don't stir the quinoa while it cooks.
  • Make the sauce while the quinoa is cooking by putting the rest of the ingredients in a blender or food processor. Blend the zucchini with enough coconut milk and/or water to get it smooth. Add the garlic and onion in stages to make sure the sauce stays smooth.
  • Serve the cooked quinoa topped with the sauce alone, or add some chopped vegetables, steamed or raw.

GARLIC CHICKEN STIR FRY WITH QUINOA, PEPPERS & BASIL



GARLIC CHICKEN STIR FRY WITH QUINOA, PEPPERS & BASIL image

Categories     Chicken     Stir-Fry     Quick & Easy     Healthy

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup Organic Quinoa (prepared with chicken stock)
2 cups Chicken broth
1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast
4 tbsp olive oil (can also use garlic-infused olive oil)
1 small onion, thinly sliced
1 red bell pepper, seeded & thinly sliced
1 yellow bell pepper, seeded & thinly sliced
5 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
20 leaves fresh sweet basil, julienne
grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
salt & pepper to taste

Steps:

  • 1. Prepare quinoa: over stovetop, 1 cup quinoa into 2 cups chicken broth until all water is absorbed 2. Cut chicken into 1-inch pieces 3. heat large nonstick skillet over high heat and add the oil. Add chicken and saute for 5 minutes (or until golden brown) 4. Add onions, bell peppers; saute for 1 or 2 more minutes 5. add garlic and saute until peppers become slightly limp, but still bright, about 1 to 2 minutes 6. season with salt and pepper 7. remove pan from heat and add basil & quinoa. Toss until basil wilts. 8. season with Parmesan cheese.

GRILLED BEEF TENDERLOIN WITH ROASTED GARLIC SAUCE AND LEEK-TOMATO QUINOA



Grilled Beef Tenderloin with Roasted Garlic Sauce and Leek-Tomato Quinoa image

Provided by Charlie Trotter

Categories     Milk/Cream     Beef     Garlic     Summer     Grill/Barbecue     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

Sauce
2 cups whole milk
2 large heads of garlic, top 1/3 trimmed to expose cloves
1/2 cup (or more) olive oil
1/2 cup (or more) low-salt chicken broth
Beef
1 1 1/2-pound piece beef tenderloin, trimmed
2 tablespoons olive oil
Leek-Tomato Quinoa
Chopped fresh chives

Steps:

  • For sauce:
  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Combine milk and garlic in small saucepan. Simmer, uncovered, over medium heat 10 minutes. Drain; discard milk. Place garlic heads, cut side up, in small ovenproof dish. Pour 1/2 cup oil over. Cover dish tightly with foil. Bake until garlic is soft, about 55 minutes. Remove garlic from oil; cool. Pour oil from dish into measuring cup; add more oil if necessary to measure 1/2 cup total. Squeeze out garlic from peel into blender. Add 1/2 cup broth and garlic oil; puree until smooth, thinning with more broth if desired. Season with salt and pepper. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover; chill. Rewarm over medium-low heat and thin with more broth, if desired, before serving.)
  • For beef:
  • Prepare barbecue (medium heat). Rub beef all over with oil. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Grill beef to desired doneness, turning often, about 22 minutes for medium-rare. Remove from grill and let stand 5 minutes. Cut beef crosswise into 1/3-inch-thick slices.
  • Spoon Leek-Tomato Quinoa onto 4 plates. Top with beef, sauce, and chives.

FIVE (OR MORE!) INGREDIENT GARLIC QUINOA



Five (Or More!) Ingredient Garlic Quinoa image

This makes such a nice side dish. I even like it cold as a salad the next day! 06/28/08 - UPDATE!! As I have already said, I like this for a salad too. Today I added some chopped egg whites, chopped black olives, some scallions (green and white). I then tossed with one tbls each of EVOO and red wine vinegar. Realllllly good! 07/24/08 - ANOTHER UPDATE! Wow, instead of using the fresh garlic, use roasted! I had several bulbs roasting while I was making dinner. They smelled SOOO good and that is when I figured it could only make this dish better. Just leave out the minced garlic and when the dish is finished, stir in about five squeezed out chopped cloves and then serve. YUM! 07/29/08 - STILL ANOTHER UPDATE! I have really gotten on the quinoa bandwagon. Put together two more recipes, so if you like quinoa as much as me, take a look. I'm not bragging, just sharing a good thing....recipe#316192 and recipe#316159.

Provided by Happy Harry 2

Categories     Grains

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 cup sweet onions or 1/2 cup red onion, chopped
2 teaspoons fresh garlic, minced
1 small carrot, grated
1 cup quinoa, rinsed, drained & toasted (see Quinoa-Toasted)
2 cups water
1/4 teaspoon sea salt

Steps:

  • Make sure you rinse the grain under cold running water several times to remove coating (not something you can see).
  • Spray medium size saucepan with vegetable oil.
  • Add onion & cook about 3 minutes, add garlic & cook another 2 minutes.
  • Add rest of ingredients & bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat, stir and cover.
  • Simmer 15 minutes or until all the water is absorbed.

EDAMAME AND QUINOA LETTUCE WRAPS WITH SOY GARLIC CHILI SAUCE



EDAMAME AND QUINOA LETTUCE WRAPS WITH SOY GARLIC CHILI SAUCE image

Categories     Vegetarian

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 1/2 cups cooked quinoa
1 cup cooked, shelled edamame
1 medium red pepper, seeded and chopped
3 green onions, sliced thin
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1-2 shredded carrots
8-10 leaves of bibb, butter or green leaf lettuce, washed and dried
Sauce:
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoon rice vinegar
2 tablespoons water
1-2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
1 tablespoon sesame oil (optional)
1-2 cloves minced fresh garlic

Steps:

  • 1. In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, cooked edamame, red pepper, green onions, cilantro and shredded carrots together. 2. Combine the sauce ingredients together in an empty jar and shake well. 3. Mix about half the dressing over the quinoa mixture. Place a couple of tablespoons of the mixture in a lettuce cup, top with a little extra drizzle of sauce, wrap and enjoy!

GARLIC CHEESE QUINOA



Garlic Cheese Quinoa image

This versatile dish can be served as a meal or side because its made with quinoa (keen-wah), a complete protein. This fabulous grain tends to pick up surrounding flavors and in this case, GARLIC and CHEEEEEEESE!

Provided by Bake'n'Eat

Categories     Side Dish     Grain Side Dish Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 cups water
1 ½ cups quinoa
2 cloves garlic, minced
½ teaspoon onion powder
cooking spray
1 cup milk
2 large eggs
¾ cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
¾ cup cubed processed cheese food (such as Velveeta®)
salt and ground black pepper to taste
¼ cup panko bread crumbs, or to taste

Steps:

  • Bring water, quinoa, garlic, and onion powder to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until quinoa is tender and water has been absorbed, about 15 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Prepare a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Whisk milk and eggs together in a large bowl. Stir Cheddar cheese and processed cheese food into quinoa mixture until cheeses begin to melt; season with salt and black pepper. Mix quinoa mixture into milk mixture. Transfer quinoa-milk mixture to the prepared baking dish; top with panko bread crumbs.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until topping is lightly browned, 30 to 35 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 238.3 calories, Carbohydrate 25.7 g, Cholesterol 66.8 mg, Fat 10 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 12.2 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 218.2 mg, Sugar 1.6 g

QUINOA WITH GARLIC, PINE NUTS AND RAISINS RECIPE



Quinoa with garlic, Pine Nuts and Raisins Recipe image

Provided by caligma

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 Cup Quinoa, toasted.
1 3/4 cup Chicken Broth.
1/4 cup toasted Pine nuts.
2 cloves thinly sliced garlic
2 Tbsp. olive oil
1/4 c. Raisins.
1/3 cup chopped fresh parsley.
Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a med sized saucepan, add toasted Quinoa to chicken broth. Bring to a boil. cover and lower heat. cook for 10 to 12 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside. Toast the pine nuts, set aside. Brown garlic in the 2 Tbsp. olive oil. Fluff Quinoa with a fork, add the pinenuts, garlic, oil, 1/4 c. raisins, and the parsley. Toss Corrected seasonings and serve.

QUINOA - FINE HERBS AND GARLIC



Quinoa - Fine Herbs and Garlic image

Great to accompany most chicken recipes, has great flavor and draws out natural nutty flavor from the grain.

Provided by bggio

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 11m

Yield 5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup quinoa
2 cups water
1 teaspoon herbs, de provence
1/2 teaspoon salt
pepper
1 garlic clove, finely chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup onion, finely chopped
1/2 cup red pepper, finely chopped
1/4 cup parsley, finely chopped

Steps:

  • Rinse Quinoa.
  • Boil water and salt with herbs and garlic.
  • once water has boiled place quinoa in the boiling water.
  • reduce heat to low and cover.
  • once the water has reduced by half place the onion, pepper, and olive oil and cover.
  • once all water has been absorbed add the parsley and cover off heat and let stand until your meal is ready.

QUINOA WITH GARLIC,RAISINS AND PINE NUTS



QUINOA WITH GARLIC,RAISINS AND PINE NUTS image

Categories     Nut

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

Quinoa
Pine nuts
Garlic parsley
Raisins
Lemon juice
Olive oil

Steps:

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QUINOA WITH ROASTED GARLIC, TOMATOES, AND SPINACH



QUINOA WITH ROASTED GARLIC, TOMATOES, AND SPINACH image

Categories     Salad     Tomato     Summer

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 43

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Nutritional Information
Amount per serving Calories: 130
Fat: 5g
Saturated fat: 0.7g
Monounsaturated fat: 3.1g
Polyunsaturated fat: 1g
Protein: 4.1g
Carbohydrate: 16.6g
Fiber: 1.8g
Cholesterol: 1mg
Iron: 1.7mg
Sodium: 305mg
Calcium: 49mg
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.1 whole garlic head
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon finely chopped shallots
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
1/2 cup uncooked quinoa, rinsed and drained
1 tablespoon dry white wine $
1 cup fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth
1/2 cup baby spinach leaves
1/3 cup chopped seeded tomato (1 small)
1 tablespoon shaved fresh Parmesan cheese
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350°. 2. Remove papery skin from garlic head. Cut garlic head in half crosswise, breaking apart to separate whole cloves. Wrap half of head in foil; reserve remaining garlic for another use. Bake at 350° for 1 hour; cool 10 minutes. Separate cloves; squeeze to extract garlic pulp. Discard skins. 3. Heat oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add shallots and red pepper to pan; cook 1 minute. Add quinoa to pan; cook 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Add wine; cook until liquid is absorbed, stirring constantly. Add broth; bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 15 minutes or until liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat; stir in garlic pulp, spinach, tomato, cheese, and salt. Serve immediately.

GARLIC CHICKEN WITH QUINOA



GARLIC CHICKEN WITH QUINOA image

Categories     Chicken

Yield 4 people

Number Of Ingredients 9

Quinoa 1 cup
Chicken Broth 2 cups
Chicken Breast 1 /2#
Onion 1 small
Red Pepper
Yellow Pepper
Garlic
Basil 20 leaves
Parmesan

Steps:

  • Cook Quinoa for 10-15 minutes Chicken piesces sauteed for 5 minutes Add onions, garlic, peppers Sautee until limp but bright Season with salt and pepper Remove and add basil and quinoa garnich with parmesan

Tips:

  • Choose the right quinoa: White quinoa is the most common type, but you can also use red, black, or tricolor quinoa. Red and black quinoa have a slightly chewier texture than white quinoa.
  • Rinse the quinoa before cooking: This removes the saponins, which are bitter compounds that can make the quinoa taste soapy.
  • Use a 2:1 ratio of liquid to quinoa: This will give you perfectly cooked quinoa that is fluffy and not mushy.
  • Cook the quinoa in a covered pot: This will help the quinoa cook evenly.
  • Don't stir the quinoa while it's cooking: Stirring the quinoa can make it gummy.
  • Let the quinoa rest for 5 minutes before serving: This will allow the quinoa to absorb any remaining liquid and become fluffy.
  • Fluff the quinoa with a fork before serving: This will help separate the grains and make the quinoa light and airy.

Conclusion:

Garlic quinoa is a delicious and versatile side dish that can be served with a variety of meals. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like your quinoa plain or loaded with vegetables and herbs, there's a recipe in this article that's perfect for you. So next time you're looking for a healthy and flavorful side dish, give garlic quinoa a try.

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