CREAMY QUINOA PRIMAVERA

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Make and share this Creamy Quinoa Primavera recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Vino Girl

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 cups uncooked quinoa
3 cups chicken broth or 3 cups vegetable broth
2 ounces cream cheese
1 tablespoon fresh basil leaves, chopped or 1 teaspoon dried basil leaves
2 teaspoons butter or 2 teaspoons margarine
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
5 cups assorted fresh vegetables, thinly sliced (such as asparagus, broccoli, carrot or zucchini)
2 tablespoons romano cheese, grated

Steps:

  • Rinse quinoa thoroughly; drain.
  • Heat quinoa and broth to boiling in 2-quart saucepan; reduce heat.
  • Cover and simmer 10 to 15 minutes or until all broth is absorbed.
  • Stir in cream cheese and basil; cover and remove from heat.
  • Melt butter in 10-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Cook garlic in butter about 30 seconds, stirring frequently, until golden.
  • Stir in vegetables; cook about 2 minutes, stirring frequently, until vegetables are crisp-tender.
  • Toss vegetables and quinoa mixture together.
  • Top with Romano cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 228, Fat 8.3, SaturatedFat 3.4, Cholesterol 15.6, Sodium 438.5, Carbohydrate 28.5, Fiber 3, Sugar 0.7, Protein 9.7

Mahesh Nepali
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This was okay, but not great. I think it could be improved with some additional seasoning.


Nabunje Jesca
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I found this recipe to be bland and uninspired. I would not make it again.


Abigail Malagon
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This recipe was a disappointment. The quinoa was overcooked and the vegetables were mushy. I would not recommend it.


The Serge
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I've made it several times and it's always a hit.


Simama Ndalo
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This was a great recipe! I made it for a potluck and it was a big hit. The flavors were perfect and the quinoa was cooked perfectly.


Anika Dawson
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This recipe is a lifesaver on busy weeknights. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family. I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand.


max dom
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The creamy sauce is especially delicious and the vegetables are always perfectly cooked.


md imran mollah
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This recipe was a great way to use up some leftover vegetables. It was quick and easy to make, and the result was a delicious and healthy meal. I would definitely recommend it.


Sibusiso Zulu
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This dish was delicious! I made it for my family and they loved it. The quinoa was cooked perfectly and the vegetables were fresh and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Hailey Rasmussen
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This Creamy Quinoa Primavera recipe was a hit! The flavors were amazing and it was so easy to make. I added some extra veggies and it was the perfect healthy meal.


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