Stuffed Mushrooms with Quinoa and Roasted Vegetables
Prep
15 mins
Cook
30 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
These stuffed mushrooms are one of my favorite go to dishes when I want something that feels fancy but doesn't require much fuss. The best part? You can have them ready in just 45 minutes total, making them perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests without stress. I love using quinoa here because it's packed with protein and all nine essential amino acids, so you get real nutrition alongside incredible flavor. The roasted vegetables add such wonderful texture and color, while the parmesan and fresh thyme tie everything together beautifully. They're also surprisingly affordable to make, especially if you grab mushrooms when they're on sale.
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Ingredients
- 12large cremini mushrooms(stems removed and reserved)
- 200 gcooked quinoa
- 150 gdiced zucchini
- 100 gdiced red bell pepper
- 100 gfinely chopped mushroom stems
- 80 ggrated parmesan cheese
- 60 gfresh breadcrumbs
- 4 clovesminced garlic
- 60 mlolive oil
- 2 teaspoonsfresh thyme(chopped)
- 1 teaspoonsalt
- 1 teaspoonblack pepper
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 190 degrees Celsius. Brush a baking tray with a little olive oil and arrange the mushroom caps gill side up.
Tip: If your mushrooms release liquid while baking, the moisture will help cook the filling, so there is no need to pat them dry beforehand.
- 2
Heat 30 milliliters of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped mushroom stems, zucchini, bell pepper, and garlic. Cook for about 5 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften, stirring occasionally.
Tip: Keep the heat moderate to prevent the garlic from burning, which would make the filling taste bitter.
- 3
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the cooked quinoa, breadcrumbs, parmesan, thyme, salt, and pepper until everything is well combined.
Tip: If the mixture seems too dry, add another tablespoon of olive oil to help bind everything together.
- 4
Spoon the quinoa mixture generously into each mushroom cap, pressing gently so the filling is compact but not compressed.
Tip: You can prepare the mushrooms to this point up to 4 hours ahead and refrigerate them until you are ready to bake.
- 5
Drizzle the remaining 30 milliliters of olive oil over the filled mushrooms and place the tray in the preheated oven.
Tip: Arrange the mushrooms so they are not touching, as this helps them bake more evenly.
- 6
Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until the mushroom caps are tender when pierced with a fork and the breadcrumb topping is golden brown.
Tip: The mushrooms will release their juices and create a light sauce at the bottom of the tray, which is delicious spooned over the tops.
- 7
Remove from the oven and let rest for 3 minutes before serving. Transfer to a serving platter and drizzle with any pan juices.
Tip: These are best served warm but can also be enjoyed at room temperature, making them ideal for buffets or picnics.
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