Sizzling sausage and quinoa skillet
Discover the perfect blend of flavors in this Sizzling Sausage and Quinoa Skillet! Quick and easy to make, this delightful recipe combines savory Vienna sausages with wholesome quinoa, enhanced with a touch of butter and a quick spray of cooking oil for a light yet satisfying meal. Ideal for busy weeknights or a hearty lunch. Try it today!
- 23 Mar 2024
- Cook time 14 min
- Prep time 1 min
- 2 Servings
- 4 Ingredients
Welcome to our Sizzling Sausage and Quinoa Skillet recipe! This dish combines the hearty flavors of vienna sausage with the wholesome goodness of quinoa, all brought together in a single, easy-to-make skillet meal. Perfect for a quick dinner or meal prep, this recipe is both satisfying and nutritious.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
- Rinse 1 cup of quinoa thoroughly under cold water using a fine-mesh sieve. This helps remove the bitter outer coating (saponin).
- In a medium-sized saucepan, add the rinsed quinoa and 2 cups of water (or chicken/vegetable broth for added flavor).
- Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for about 15 minutes or until the water is absorbed and the quinoa is tender.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and let it sit, covered, for an additional 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork before serving.
- While the quinoa is cooking, prepare the sausages. Slice the 4 Vienna sausage links into rounds or diagonally (about 1/2 inch thick).
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the 2 tsp of butter.
- Add the sliced sausages to the skillet and cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sausages are browned and sizzling.
- Once the sausages are browned and the quinoa is ready, lightly spray the skillet with cooking spray oil for ease of mixing.
- Add the cooked quinoa to the skillet with the sausages.
- Stir everything together gently, allowing the quinoa to absorb the flavors of the sausages. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, ensuring everything is heated through.
- Transfer the sizzling sausage and quinoa mixture to a serving dish.
- Optionally, garnish with fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro for added flavor and color.
- Serve warm as a hearty and flavorful meal.
Tips:
- Rinse the quinoa: Before cooking, make sure to rinse the quinoa under cold water to remove its natural coating, called saponin, which can taste bitter.
- Cook sausage evenly: Cut the vienna sausages into even pieces to ensure they cook evenly and achieve a delicious crisp texture.
- Use low-sodium broth: For added flavor and to help keep your dish healthy, cook the quinoa in low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth instead of water.
- Add vegetables: Mix in some sautéed onions, bell peppers, or spinach for extra nutrients and color.
- Season to taste: Don’t forget to season your skillet with salt, pepper, and any additional herbs or spices you prefer, such as garlic powder, paprika, or thyme.
We hope you enjoy this flavorful Sizzling Sausage and Quinoa Skillet as much as we do! It's a delicious and balanced meal that's sure to become a staple in your kitchen. Serve it hot and savor each bite!
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 260 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 520kcal | 21% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 22g | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 22g | 6% |
| Fiber 2.38g | 6% |
| Sugar 0.77g | 1% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 40g | 45% |
| Saturated 14g | 48% |
| Cholesterol 160mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 36ug | 4% |
| Choline 90mg | 17% |
| Vitamin B1 0.24mg | 20% |
| Vitamin B2 0.27mg | 21% |
| Vitamin B3 3.06mg | 19% |
| Vitamin B6 0.31mg | 18% |
| Vitamin B9 44ug | 11% |
| Vitamin B12 1.71ug | 71% |
| Vitamin C 0.00mg | 0% |
| Vitamin E 0.91mg | 6% |
| Vitamin K 3.02ug | 3% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 33mg | 2% |
| Copper, Cu 0.21mg | 0% |
| Iron, Fe 2.75mg | 25% |
| Magnesium, Mg 63mg | 16% |
| Phosphorus, P 210mg | 17% |
| Potassium, K 320mg | 9% |
| Selenium, Se 30ug | 56% |
| Sodium, Na 1480mg | 99% |
| Zinc, Zn 3.62mg | 33% |
| Water | |
| Water 170g | - |
| * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2500 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. | |
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