Side Dishes

Cheesy-Broccoli Quinoa

Have you tried quinoa? It’s one of the trendiest foods out there & it’s no surprise as to why. It’s filling, it’s deliciously roasty, & it’s packed with good-for-you nutrients. We’ve been trying to eat more quinoa lately in place of rice, pasta or bread, because even though we eat mostly brown rice & whole wheat pasta/bread, quinoa is more nutritious. It’s packed with fiber & it it’s a pretty decent source of protein, as well as iron & potassium. It also takes a little less t

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1 cup quinoa, well rinsed
1 1/2 cups vegetable broth
2 cups broccoli, chopped
1 cup cheddar, shredded
salt & pepper to taste
Bring the quinoa, broth & broccoli to a boil over medium heat, reduce the heat & simmer covered until the broth has been absorbed & the quinoa is tender, about 13-17 minutes. Mix in the cheese, let it melt...
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Nutritions

Calories
154

Sodium
287mg
11% DV

Fat
7g
11% DV

Protein
8g
16% DV

Carbs
15g
5% DV

Fiber
2g
11% DV