November 21st, 2024
Recipes
Warm Quinoa with Greens
Valentina P
- Difficulty
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- Time 15"
Crisp-browned broccoli and kale tossed with a little quinoa and served warm. The nutty undertone of coconut oil is what really makes this side dish a winner.
How To MakeDiet Type: Plant-based
Shopping List
- 6 cups or handfuls of kale (about 1 bunch)
- 1 1/2 cups broccoli florets (about 4 ounces)
- 1/2 cup cooked quinoa
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Step 1: To prepare the quinoa, follow the directions listed on your package. Every 1 cup of uncooked dry quinoa yields between 2 to 3 cups when cooked.
- Step 2: Wash and dry the kale if needed. Remove the hard, fibrous stems from the kale. Chop the kale and the broccoli into large 1 inch pieces. Measure out 6 handfuls.
- Step 3: Heat the coconut oil in a wide frying pan or cast iron pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the broccoli and kale to the pan. Cook for 4 to 6 minutes, stirring every minute or so (don’t stir constantly, otherwise you won't achieve the crispy browning on the sides).
- Step 4: Add in a few tablespoons of water and stir. Allow the liquid to cook off completely, about 1 to 2 minutes. Once the liquid has cooked off, add in the quinoa and salt. Stir together to combine.
- Serve: Enjoy. This dish goes well alongside black beans or simple baked chicken breasts.
Recipe Notes
Note 1: This recipe is flexible. Swap out the broccoli another quick-cooking vegetable you have on hand, such as cauliflower, asparagus, or green beans.
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Warm Quinoa with Greens
PT15M 6 cups or handfuls of kale (about 1 bunch) 1 1/2 cups broccoli florets (about 4 ounces) 1/2 cup cooked quinoa 2 tablespoons coconut oil 1/4 teaspoon salt black pepper, to taste Gluten Free Vegan 2 Servings
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