Quinoa With Sweet Potatoes And Kale

Name: Quinoa With Sweet Potatoes And Kale
Ingredients: 1 cup quinoa; 2 tablespoon grapeseed oil; 2 sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes; 1/2 cup sliced button mushrooms; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1/2 cup vegetable stock; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon red chile flakes; 1 bunch kale, stems removed and leaves cut into 1-inch pieces

Emily Jacobs|Aug. 28, 2013 12:09 pm EST

3.6 (7 ratings)

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For a quick and easy weeknight meal, this tasty quinoa dish delivers nutritional value while satisfying your hunger. Click here to see 10 Quick and Easy Vegetarian Recipes

Servings

4

Ingredients

1 cup quinoa
2 tablespoon grapeseed oil
2 sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
1/2 cup sliced button mushrooms
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup vegetable stock
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon red chile flakes
1 bunch kale, stems removed and leaves cut into 1-inch pieces

Directions

In a small saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add the quinoa, cover, and reduce heat to low. Cook for 12-15 minutes or until water is absorbed.
Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the sweet potatoes and mushrooms. Cook for about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute. Add the stock, salt, pepper, and chile flakes. Stir to combine. Add the kale and cook for about 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender.
To serve, toss the quinoa with the vegetable mixture.