How to Make Quinoa Risotto with Mushroom & Lemon | Cook Vegan

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast is lower in calories and adds a cheesy flavor.

white wine

🥗Healthier: white grape juice

💰Cheaper: chicken broth

White grape juice adds sweetness without alcohol, while chicken broth is a cost-effective substitute.

Start by cutting 3 cups of mushrooms and placing them in a bowl.

Heat olive oil in a pan on the stove.

Add 1 red onion and 4 garlic cloves to the pan and sauté until fragrant.

Add 2 cups of pre-rinsed quinoa to the pan and stir to combine with the olive oil and vegetables.

Pour in 4.5 cups of cold water, which can be mixed with vegetable stock if desired.

Bring the mixture to a boil and then allow it to simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Check the quinoa to see if the liquid is being absorbed; if so, add the remaining ingredients.

Add the juice and zest of 1 lemon, 1/3 cup of white wine vinegar, and 1 tablespoon of soy sauce to the mixture.

Stir in 3/4 cup of nutritional yeast and 2 teaspoons of dried thyme.

Season with salt and black pepper to taste, adjusting as necessary.

Continue to cook until the quinoa absorbs most of the liquid, adjusting the consistency to your preference.

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