Description
A simple and flavorful 5-ingredient garlic butter quinoa recipe that is quick to prepare and perfect as a nutritious side dish or base for bowls. This dairy-free, vegan-friendly meal uses garlic powder and vegan butter to infuse the quinoa with rich, savory flavor, making it a wholesome and versatile addition to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Quinoa Base
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups vegetable broth
Flavoring
- 1 tablespoon vegan butter (or butter/ghee)
- 2 – 3 teaspoons Simply Organic Garlic Powder
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a small saucepan, add 1 cup quinoa, 1 tablespoon vegan butter, 2 to 3 teaspoons garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon sea salt, and 2 cups vegetable broth.
- Bring to Boil: Place the saucepan over medium-high heat and bring the mixture to a boil, stirring occasionally until the butter has completely melted into the liquid.
- Simmer: Once boiling, cover the saucepan with a lid, reduce the heat to low, and let it simmer gently for 15 minutes, allowing the quinoa to absorb the broth and flavors.
- Fluff and Rest: After 15 minutes, remove the lid and take the saucepan off the heat. Use a fork to fluff the quinoa to separate the grains and release steam. Let it stand, uncovered, for 5 minutes to finish cooking and firm up slightly.
- Serve: Transfer the garlic butter quinoa to a serving dish and enjoy it as a savory side or base for your favorite dishes.
Notes
- You can adjust the amount of garlic powder according to your taste preferences.
- For a non-vegan version, regular butter or ghee can be used instead of vegan butter.
- Make sure to rinse quinoa under cold water before cooking to reduce its natural bitterness, though this step is optional.
- This recipe can be easily doubled or halved depending on serving needs.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: quinoa, garlic butter quinoa, vegan quinoa, easy quinoa recipe, healthy side dish, vegan butter quinoa
