Easy Buckwheat with Green Vegetables (Creamy 20-Minute Dinner)

Looking for a quick, nourishing, and veggie-packed meal? This creamy buckwheat with green vegetables is ready in just 20 minutes and makes a perfect healthy lunch or dinner.

Made with tender greens, hearty buckwheat, and a light creamy sauce, this dish is simple, comforting, and full of flavor. It’s a great way to try buckwheat if you’re new to it—and it works beautifully for meal prep too.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Great for lunch, dinner, or meal prep
• Ready in just 20 minutes
• Packed with vegetables and fiber
• Creamy, comforting, and satisfying
• Budget-friendly ingredients

Serving Suggestions

This dish is delicious on its own, but you can also:

• Add extra greens like kale or green beans
• Top with toasted seeds or nuts for crunch
• Serve with a squeeze of lemon for freshness

Tips for Best Results

• Use unroasted (white) buckwheat for a milder flavor
• Don’t overcook the vegetables—they should stay slightly firm
• Adjust the cream for a lighter or richer version
• Taste before serving and adjust seasoning as needed

This easy buckwheat with green vegetables is a quick, wholesome meal that’s both comforting and nutritious—perfect for busy days.

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Easy Buckwheat with Green Vegetables

Creamy 20-minute dinner

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Total Time 20 minutes mins

Servings: 2

Course: Main Course

Ingredients Method

Ingredients

  

• 200 g raw buckwheat groats unroasted / “white” buckwheat
• 1 small zucchini
• 1/2 small broccoli
• a handful of fresh spinach
• 1/2 cup green peas fresh or frozen
• 1 onion diced
• 2 garlic cloves sliced
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 block feta cheese crumbled
• salt and pepper to taste

Method

 

1. Bring a pot of water to a boil and cook the buckwheat according to package instructions. Drain if needed and set aside.
2. Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for a few minutes until softened. Add the sliced garlic and cook for another minute.
3. Cut the broccoli into small florets and dice the zucchini. Add them to the pan along with the spinach and peas. Cook for a few minutes.
4. Pour in the soy sauce and about 1/2 cup of water. Cover and let the vegetables simmer for about 10 minutes, until tender.
5. Add the cooked buckwheat to the pan, pour in the cream, and stir well. Cook for a few more minutes until everything is heated through and slightly creamy.
6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
7. Serve topped with crumbled feta cheese.