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Basil Spinach & Corn Quinoa

by Ann
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Basil Spinach & Corn Quinoa ~ Sumptuous Spoonfuls #vegetarian #glutenfree #quinoa #recipe

I just adore the nutty chewiness that is quinoa. It’s like nothing else … and it’s so wonderfully healthy and good for you too!


I had some cooked quinoa in my fridge that needed sprucing up and some fresh spinach that needed to be used quickly, so I grabbed a few of my favorite ingredients and made this little beauty of a dish. It can be a meal or a side dish, whatever you prefer. I think it would be really good with chicken, too, but I was happy with it just like this.

This dish was inspired by that fabulous Basil Chive Corn & Cucumber Salad from Fountain Avenue Kitchen …Β it’s a little different twist, but I think you’re going to love it.

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Basil Spinach & Corn Quinoa ~ Sumptuous Spoonfuls #vegetarian #glutenfree #quinoa #recipe

Basil Spinach & Corn Quinoa

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 3 - 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 12 teaspoons olive oil
  • 3/4 cup chopped onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, peeled & chopped
  • 34 cups fresh spinach, chopped
  • 3/4 cup frozen corn, thawed
  • 2 cups cooked quinoa
  • 1 Tablespoon fresh basil, chopped

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and saute until the onion is soft & translucent.
  2. Add the spinach, cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until the spinach is wilted. Stir in the corn until warm, then the quinoa, then the basil.
  3. Cook until all is nice and hot, then serve with fresh basil as a garnish if desired.

Notes

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Basil Spinach & Corn Quinoa ~ Sumptuous Spoonfuls #vegetarian #glutenfree #quinoa #recipe

This recipe was shared at The Wednesday Roundup,Β Foodie FriDIY,Β Gluten Free Friday, What’s for Dinner Sunday, Sunday Fitness & Food,Β Weekend Potluck, Hearth & Soul BloghopΒ andΒ Clever Chicks Bloghop.

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11 comments

Ann July 18, 2016 - 7:51 am

I love the addition of quinoa, Ann! I’ve made this salad a variety of ways over the years but have yet to add quinoa. I will have to try!!

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Ann July 18, 2016 - 8:50 pm

It was delicious! Thanks for being a wonderful inspiration, Ann.

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Ann July 20, 2016 - 9:55 pm

Hurrah! I’m sooo happy you tried it! Thanks for letting me know your thoughts.

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Jessica @ A Kitchen Addiction July 18, 2016 - 1:50 pm

Love the basil corn combo! A perfect summer side dish!

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Ann July 18, 2016 - 8:49 pm

Thank you Jessica! Basil & corn are so lovely together.

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Easy Peasy Life Matters July 20, 2016 - 12:12 am

This sounds sooo divine!! Thanks for sharing! πŸ™‚

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Ann July 20, 2016 - 9:53 pm

You’re welcome! Thank you for the kind comment! πŸ™‚

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Angela @marathonsandmotivation.com July 21, 2016 - 8:04 pm

This sounds fabulous! Thank you for sharing at Sunday Fitness & Food, Pinned πŸ™‚

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Ann July 21, 2016 - 9:26 pm

Thanks so much, Angela. I hope you try it! It’s delish. πŸ™‚

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Helen Fern July 22, 2016 - 5:30 pm

Looks good. Thanks for sharing on the What’s for Dinner link up!

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April J Harris July 26, 2016 - 7:46 am

Your Basil Spinach and Corn Quinoa looks so delicious, and so wholesome too! Thank you for sharing it with us at the Hearth and Soul Hop. Pinning!

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