Spinach and Mushroom Quinoa

Serves 4

2 C Water
1 C Quinoa
2 TSP Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1 LB Crimini/Portobello Mushrooms, Thinly Sliced
5 Cloves of Garlic, Minced
2 C Baby Leaf Spinach
1/2 TSP Dried Thyme
Salt and Pepper to taste
2 TBSP Parmesan Cheese

1. Bring water and quinoa to a boil on medium high heat. Then cover turn down the heat to simmer for 15 minutes.

2. While quinoa is cooking, in a medium sized turn to medium high heat and add olive oil, mushrooms, garlic, spinach, thyme, salt, and pepper and cook for 5-6 minute. Then turn off heat once everything is cooked and the mushrooms are tender.

 

3. Once quinoa is cooked, add it to the pan of mushrooms and mixed in parmesan cheese. Serve with some protein and enjoy!