Name: Cheesy Broccoli Quinoa
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon vegan butter; 1/4 cup red onion (diced); 2 cups broccoli florets (chopped); 1 3/4 cups vegan chicken-style broth; 1 cup quinoa (rinsed and drained); 1/4 teaspoon sea salt; 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1 cup vegan cheddar cheese (shredded)

Cheesy Broccoli Quinoa ~

An easy, one-pot, stovetop dish that packs a nutritional punch with fresh broccoli and protein-rich quinoa.

Dairy-free cheddar cheese adds a subtle creaminess to this healthy alternative to traditional broccoli rice casserole.

Ready to serve in 20 minutes.

Why you will love this recipe:

easy to make
pretty on the plate
hearty and healthy
dairy-free and vegan

Ingredients needed for Cheesy Broccoli Quinoa:

vegan butter
red onion
broccoli florets – Fresh is best but frozen will work in a pinch.
vegan chicken-style broth – I use Better Than Bouillon No-Chicken Base
uncooked quinoa – Whatever color you like; I used tri-color.
sea salt
ground black pepper
vegan cheddar cheese

How to make Cheesy Broccoli Quinoa:

Saute the onion. Into a medium-size saucepan over medium-high heat, add vegan butter. When the butter is melted, add red onion. Saute 1-2 minutes, until tender.

Add remaining ingredients. Add chopped broccoli, quinoa, chicken-style broth, sea salt, and ground black pepper. Reduce heat to low.

Cover and simmer 15 minutes, or until liquid is absorbed.

Melt the cheese. Stir in vegan Cheddar cheese, replace the lid, and set aside and allow the cheese to melt.

Adjust seasoning to taste and serve hot.

Cheers!

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