Cheddar Broccoli Quinoa
Total Time
Prep/Total Time: 30 min.
Makes
4 servings
Updated: Aug. 13, 2023
Total Time
Makes
Ingredients
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
- 2 cups chopped fresh broccoli
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/4 cup chopped onion
- 1/4 cup chopped green pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
Directions
- In a large saucepan, bring broth to a boil. Add quinoa. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until liquid is absorbed, 12-15 minutes, adding broccoli during the last 5 minutes of cooking. Remove from heat; fluff with a fork.
- Meanwhile, in a small skillet, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add onion and green pepper; cook and stir until tender, 5-7 minutes. Stir in quinoa mixture, 1/2 cup cheese, salt and pepper. Sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup cheese. Cover and let stand until cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts
1-1/4 cups: 350 calories, 18g fat (9g saturated fat), 43mg cholesterol, 876mg sodium, 34g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 5g fiber), 14g protein.
