Description
Unique and delicious ideas for your Thanksgiving dinner.
Ingredients
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- 1 large turkey or alternative protein
- 2 cups quinoa
- 3 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup cranberries
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (carrots, green beans, corn)
- 1 cup nuts (walnuts or pecans)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook quinoa in vegetable broth according to package instructions.
- In a pan, sauté mixed vegetables in olive oil until tender.
- Add cooked quinoa, cranberries, and nuts to the pan.
- Season with thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Place turkey or alternative protein in a roasting pan.
- Stuff the turkey with quinoa mixture.
- Roast in the oven for 2-3 hours or until cooked through.
- Let rest before slicing and serving.
Notes
- This recipe can be adapted for vegetarian options.
- Consider adding spices like rosemary for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: alternate thanksgiving dinner ideas