Easy Lemon Broccoli Almond Quinoa
Nutrition per Serving
278
Calories
11g
Protein
33g
Carbs
13g
Fat
This broccoli almond quinoa is so simple to whip up! Toss broccoli with shallots and garlic in a hot wok (or skillet) and cook for just a few minutes before tossing in cooked quinoa, fresh lemon juice, salt & pepper and a drizzle of olive oil.
📝 Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons extra light olive oil
- 1 large head of broccoli (cut into florets)
- 1 shallot (diced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/2 lemon (juice, plus more for serving)
- 3 cups cooked quinoa
- 1/2 cup sliced almonds
- Kosher salt (to taste)
- extra virgin olive oil (for serving)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1Heat a large wok or 12-inch chefs pan on medium-high heat. Add in 2 teaspoons of extra light olive oil. Once hot add in the broccoli, shallots and garlic. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes or until the broccoli is tender (yet firm), bright green and with caramelized spots.
- 2Squeeze in the juice from half a lemon, add the quinoa and almonds, cooking until heated through.
- 3Taste and season with salt before serving. Squeeze with a little extra lemon juice and a drizzle of olive oil.
About the Chef & Original Recipe
This recipe was published by Laurie McNamara on simplyscratch.com. Visit the original source for step-by-step photos, chef notes and additional details.
Source: simplyscratch.com