How to Make Quinoa With Broccoli

Broccoli adds vitamin C and crunch to a quinoa dish.

Quinoa (pronounced "keen-wa") is a tall crop plant of the goosefoot family whose small, ivory-colored seed can be used as a healthy grain alternative to rice in many dishes. It has a unique texture which blends well with the bushy crown of broccoli, making this recipe a tasty and healthful entree on its own.

Things You'll Need

• Package of quinoa
• Stove
• Large saucepan with lid
• 2 heads of broccoli
• Olive oil
• Soy sauce
• Water

Instructions

1. Add 2 cups water and 1 cup quinoa to saucepan. Place on high heat until boiling.

2. Reduce heat to a simmer and cover saucepan with lid. Cook 10 minutes.

3. Cut broccoli into bite size pieces and add to saucepan. Cover and cook for another 10 minutes.

4. Empty quinoa and broccoli into the bowl and drizzle olive oil and soy sauce onto it to taste. Serves two.

References

• The Washington Post: Mediterranean Quinoa With Broccoli
• Real Simple: Spiced Cod With Broccoli-Quinoa Pilaf