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Broccoli Parmesan Quinoa

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!

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 135 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American

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

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  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. Add chopped broccoli and 1 teaspoon salt. Sauté for another 2-3 minutes.
  5. 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

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

% 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.