Vegan Quinoa and Vegetable Stir-Fry: A Festive Christmas Dinner Delight Recipe
A wholesome and festive vegan quinoa dish perfect for a Christmas dinner, featuring sautéed mushrooms, carrots, green beans, and kale combined with fluffy quinoa cooked in vegetable broth for a nutritious and flavorful holiday side or main.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Vegan, Holiday
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
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Quinoa and Broth
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups vegetable broth
Vegetables and Seasoning
- 1 cup chopped mushrooms
- 1 cup diced carrots
- 1 cup green beans
- 1 cup chopped kale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse Quinoa: Thoroughly rinse the quinoa under cold water to remove any bitterness and impurities.
- Cook Quinoa: In a pot, combine the rinsed quinoa and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until the quinoa is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.
- Prepare Vegetables: While the quinoa cooks, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Sauté Vegetables: Add minced garlic, chopped mushrooms, diced carrots, and green beans to the skillet. Sauté until the vegetables are tender and soft, about 5-7 minutes.
- Combine and Cook: Add the cooked quinoa and chopped kale to the skillet with the sautéed vegetables. Stir well to combine all ingredients evenly and cook until the kale wilts, about 2-3 minutes.
- Season and Serve: Season the mixture with salt and pepper to taste. Serve warm as a festive vegan main or side dish.
Notes
- Rinsing quinoa is important to prevent a bitter taste.
- Vegetable broth adds extra flavor; use low-sodium for a healthier option.
- Feel free to substitute or add other seasonal vegetables such as Brussels sprouts or butternut squash.
- This dish can be made ahead and reheated gently on the stovetop.
- Adjust salt and pepper to your preference at the end to avoid overseasoning.
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