Broccoli Parmesan Quinoa
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Broccoli Parmesan Quinoa
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What if you could serve a broccoli dish so delicious that everyone at the table would be begging for more? This one's quick, easy, healthy and a real crowd pleaser!
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Ingredients
- ½ recipe Perfect Quinoa cooked in low sodium chicken broth
- 1 pound broccoli crowns
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 medium cloves garlic finely minced
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese use good quality, freshly grated Parmesan
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Cut ½-inch off the bottom of the broccoli stalks and discard. Break broccoli into fairly equal sized florets. Place florets in a microwave safe bowl with 1 tablespoon of water. Cover bowl tightly with a lid or plastic wrap. Cook on high power for 2 ½ to 3 ½ minutes. Check after 2 ½ minutes, broccoli should be fairly tender, but not mushy. Remove cover, drain and set aside till cool enough to handle.
- Place drained broccoli on a large cutting board and finely chop OR place broccoli in the bowl of a food processor and pulse just until finely chopped. Don't chop too much or broccoli will liquify.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large sauté pan over medium low heat. Add garlic and red pepper flakes. Cook for 1-2 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Add chopped broccoli and 1 teaspoon salt. Sauté for another 2-3 minutes.
- Add quinoa and stir to combine. Add parmesan. Taste and season with more salt, if needed, and freshly ground black pepper. Squeeze lemon juice over the top and stir. Transfer to a serving platter or individual plates or bowls. Garnish with lemon wedges and more parmesan cheese, if desired. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
135kcal
(7%)
Carbohydrates
6g
(2%)
Protein
8g
(16%)
Fat
9g
(14%)
Saturated Fat
3g
(15%)
Cholesterol
11mg
(4%)
Sodium
682mg
(28%)
Potassium
254mg
(7%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
1g
(2%)
Vitamin A
650IU
(13%)
Vitamin C
69.7mg
(77%)
Calcium
235mg
(24%)
Iron
0.7mg
(4%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 135 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 135kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 6g | 2% |
| Protein | 8g | 16% |
| Fat | 9g | 14% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 11mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 682mg | 28% |
| Potassium | 254mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 650IU | 13% |
| Vitamin C | 69.7mg | 77% |
| Calcium | 235mg | 24% |
| Iron | 0.7mg | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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