Quinoa Turkey Stuffing Recipes

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HEALTHY QUINOA STUFFING



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This healthy gluten-free quinoa stuffing is loaded with butternut squash, pecans, dried cranberries and tons of fresh and dried herbs for a better-for-you Thanksgiving side dish.

Provided by Alyssa Rimmer

Categories     Side Dish

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 cups tri-color quinoa (or variety of choice)
4 cups vegetable broth
6 cups finely diced sweet potato or butternut squash
1 large shallot (diced)
3 garlic cloves (minced)
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tablespoon dried thyme
1 tablespoon dried rosemary
2 teaspoons dried sage
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
1 teaspoon salt & pepper
1/2 cup chopped pecans
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon fresh rosemary (chopped)
1 tablespoon fresh thyme (chopped)
Optional add-ins: 1/2 cup dried cranberries (1 - 2 finely chopped apples)

Steps:

  • Add quinoa and broth to a large pot. Bring to a boil, cover and reduce to simmer for 10 - 15 minutes until all the broth as been absorbed. Remove from heat, fluff with a fork and allow to cool while you prepare the remaining ingredients.
  • While the quinoa is cooking, preheat the oven to 400ºF.
  • Toss your diced sweet potatoes (or squash), shallot and garlic in a large bowl. Add spices, salt and pepper, then drizzle with oil and toss to combine. Transfer to a baking sheet and roast for 15 - 20 minutes, flipping half way through.
  • Assemble stuffing by combining cooked quinoa, potatoes and pecans in a large mixing bowl. Stir together and add apple cider vinegar, rosemary and thyme. Toss to combine. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
  • Serve cold or reheat slightly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 268 kcal, Carbohydrate 41 g, Protein 6 g, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 658 mg, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 4 g, ServingSize 1 serving

QUINOA STUFFING



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Quinoa is a fluffy, slightly crunchy, high-protein, gluten-free alternative grain native to South America. This can be used to stuff a turkey or served as a side dish.

Provided by Heather Hogan

Categories     Side Dish     Stuffing and Dressing Recipes     Vegetarian Stuffing and Dressing Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 cups vegetable stock
2 cups quinoa
¼ cup olive oil
1 butternut squash - peeled, seeded, and diced
2 small zucchinis, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 bunch green onions, chopped
1 cup diced dried apricots
1 cup dried cranberries
1 cup chopped fresh parsley
1 lime, juiced, or to taste

Steps:

  • Bring vegetable stock to a boil in a saucepan, reduce heat to low, and stir in quinoa. Cover pan and simmer until quinoa absorbs the liquid, 10 to 15 minutes. Remove from heat.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir butternut squash and zucchinis in the hot oil until slightly browned, about 10 minutes. Stir quinoa into the vegetables and gently mix green onions, apricots, cranberries, and parsley into the stuffing. Drizzle with lime juice to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 386.9 calories, Carbohydrate 70.7 g, Fat 9.8 g, Fiber 9.9 g, Protein 9.1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 257.5 mg, Sugar 24.1 g

QUINOA STUFFING



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Categories     Side     Sauté     Thanksgiving     Low Fat     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Stuffing/Dressing     Dried Fruit     Mint     Quinoa     Butternut Squash     Zucchini     Parsley     Self     Vegan     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 bay leaves
2 cups quinoa
1/4 cup olive oil
2 small zucchini, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 butternut squash, peeled and diced
2 bunches green onions, chopped
1 cup dried apricots, diced
1 cup dried cranberries
1 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1 cup fresh mint, chopped
1 lemon

Steps:

  • Boil 4 cups water; season with bay leaves and salt. Add quinoa and return to a boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer about 20 minutes, until quinoa absorbs water. Remove from heat; remove bay leaves and let cool. Meanwhile, heat 3 tbsp oil in a frying pan. Sauté zucchini and squash - season with salt and pepper - until slightly browned. Combine vegetables and quinoa. Drizzle on remaining 1 tbsp oil. Stir in onions, apricots, cranberries, parsley, and mint. Grate in lemon peel and squeeze on lemon juice to taste. Season with salt and pepper.

QUINOA STUFFING



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Provided by Miriam Backes

Categories     Side     Thanksgiving     Vegetarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Quinoa     Sugar Conscious     Kidney Friendly     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Serves 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup vegetable stock
1 cup quinoa
2 ounces (1/2 stick) unsalted butter or nonhydrogenated margarine
1 onion, chopped
6 stalks celery, diced
1 tablespoon fresh sage
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  • Combine the stock and 1 cup water in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil over high heat. Stir in the quinoa and bring back to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 12 minutes, or until the quinoa has absorbed all the liquid.
  • Meanwhile, melt the butter in large skillet over medium heat. Stir in the onion and celery and cook, stirring occasionally, until translucent, about 10 minutes.
  • Remove the onion mixture from the heat and add the quinoa to the pan. Stir in the sage and salt and pepper and mix thoroughly. Transfer the stuffing to an 8-inch square pan and bake for 30 minutes.
  • Garnish with parsley before serving.

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