Swiss Chard, Mushroom, and Quinoa Salad Recipe

Name: Swiss Chard, Mushroom, and Quinoa Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups water; 1 cup quinoa, rinsed and drained; 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil; 1 pound Swiss chard, stems and leaves cut into 1/2-inch pieces (about 10 1/2 cups), rinsed well, water still clinging to leaves; Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper; Pinch of crushed red pepper flakes; 1 garlic clove, minced; 12 ounces cremini mushrooms, trimmed, cleaned, and thinly sliced; 2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh thyme; 1 ounce shaved parmesan cheese (1/2 cup)

Servings: persons

2 cups water
1 cup quinoa, rinsed and drained
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 pound Swiss chard, stems and leaves cut into 1/2-inch pieces (about 10 1/2 cups), rinsed well, water still clinging to leaves
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
Pinch of crushed red pepper flakes
1 garlic clove, minced
12 ounces cremini mushrooms, trimmed, cleaned, and thinly sliced
2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh thyme
1 ounce shaved parmesan cheese (1/2 cup)

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In a medium saucepan, bring the water to a boil.
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Add quinoa and reduce heat to a simmer.
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Cover and cook until quinoa is tender and has absorbed all liquid, about 15 minutes.
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Remove from heat.
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Meanwhile, heat 1 teaspoon oil in a large skillet over medium.
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Cook chard (stems and leaves), stir ring occasionally, until wilted and tender, about 8 minutes.
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Add 1/4 teaspoon salt; season with pepper.
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Add red pepper flakes, and toss to combine.
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Transfer to a platter.
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Add remaining 2 teaspoons oil and the garlic to skillet.
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Cook over medium heat, stirring, until garlic is lightly golden, about 1 minute.
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Add mushrooms, and cook, stirring occasionally, until they start to release their juices, about 3 minutes.
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Add 1/2 teaspoon salt; season with pepper.
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Cook, stirring occasionally, until mushrooms are tender, about 5 minutes.
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Stir in quinoa; cook to heat through, about 1 minute.
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Stir in thyme; remove from heat.
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To serve, divide chard among plates, and spoon quinoa mixture on top.
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Sprinkle parmesan over each portion.
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(Per Serving)
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Calories: 252
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Saturated Fat: 1g
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Unsaturated Fat: 6g
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Cholesterol: 3mg
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Carbohydrates: 38g
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Protein: 1g
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Sodium: 666mg
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Fiber: 5g

122

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups water, 1 cup quinoa, rinsed and drained, 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, 1 pound Swiss chard, stems and leaves cut into 1/2-inch pieces (about 10 1/2 cups), rinsed well, water still clinging to leaves, and more.

Yes, Swiss Chard, Mushroom, and Quinoa Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Swiss Chard, Mushroom, and Quinoa Salad

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