Best Quinoa Spinach And Walnut Stir Fry Recipes

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QUINOA STIR FRY WITH SPINACH AND WALNUTS



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Categories     gluten-free     vegetarian     side dish

Time 40m

Yield 1 serving

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 C quinoa
2 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
1 tsp. minced garlic
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 C walnut pieces
1 bag (6 oz) fresh baby spinach
1 C grape or cherry tomatoes
1/2 C freshly grated parmigiano reggiano cheese
torn fresh basil leaves (garnish)

Steps:

  • When quinoa is cooked, add spinach and tomatoes to skillet. Stir fry over medium heat until spinach is almost wilted and tomatoes are warmed, about 1 minute. Stir in walnuts and cheese. Garnish with basil leaves. Serve warm.

QUINOA STIR FRY WITH SPINACH & WALNUTS



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Found this in Prevention Magazine, this is easy, healthy and most importantly...very tasty. You can substitute any cheese for the Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese. I recommend a strong hard cheese, but I have used all kinds and they all work. When I'm in a rush, I leave out the walnut pieces. A great side dish or when I am really lazy, add some cooked chicken for a great meal.

Provided by Pappy068

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup quinoa (measured dry)
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic clove
1/2 cup walnut pieces
baby spinach leaves
1 cup grape tomatoes or 1 cup cherry tomatoes
1/2 cup parmigiano-reggiano cheese, grated
fresh basil leaf (to garnish) (optional)

Steps:

  • Place quinoa in small bowl, add water to cover, and swish to rinse. Pour into mesh strainer and drain well.
  • Heat oil in medium skillet. Add quinoa. Toast, stirring, over medium heat until golden (about 10 minutes) Add garlic and cook for 1 minute. Add salt and 2 cups of water. Heat to boil. Cover and cook over medium-low heat until water is absorbed, about 15 minutes.
  • Spread walnuts in small skillet and stir over medium-low heat until toasted, about 5 minutes. Set aside.
  • When quinoa is cooked, add spinach and tomatoes to skillet. Stir fry over medium heat until spinach is almost wilted and tomatoes are warmed, about 1 minute. Stir in walnuts and cheese. Garnish with basil. Serve warm.

QUINOA WILTED SPINACH SALAD



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Get all the nutritious benefits of quinoa, spinach and cranberries paired with the crunchy texture of nuts in this easy and scrumptious salad. A light, flavorful dressing splashed with citrus tops everything off! -Sharon Ricci, Mendon, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups water
1 cup quinoa, rinsed
1 package (6 ounces) fresh baby spinach, torn
1/2 cup dried cranberries
DRESSING:
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons orange juice
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon maple syrup
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 green onion, finely chopped
1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add quinoa. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 12-15 minutes or until water is absorbed. Remove from the heat; fluff with a fork., In a large bowl, combine the warm quinoa, spinach and cranberries. For dressing, in a small bowl, whisk the oil, orange juice, vinegar, maple syrup, garlic, salt and pepper. Stir in onion. Pour over quinoa mixture; toss to coat. Sprinkle with pecans.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 171 calories, Fat 9g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 136mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

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