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Quinoa Bowl with Broccoli and Chickpeas, serve in a bowl
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Quinoa Bowl with Broccoli and Chickpeas

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Quinoa bowl with broccoli and chickpeas for a balanced plant-forward everyday dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
Calories: 303
Ingredients Equipment Cooking Instructions Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 2 cups water
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 cup chickpeas drained and rinsed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped

Equipment

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Cooking Instructions
 

  1. Rinse quinoa under cold water.
  2. Bring water to a boil in a pot.
  3. Add quinoa, reduce heat, and cover.
  4. Simmer for 12-15 minutes until water is absorbed.
  5. Fluff quinoa with a fork and set aside.
  6. Steam broccoli until tender.
  7. Place quinoa in a serving bowl.
  8. Add steamed broccoli and chickpeas.
  9. Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice.
  10. Season with salt and black pepper.
  11. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 303kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 11gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 27mgPotassium: 517mgFiber: 7gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 469IUVitamin C: 45mgCalcium: 68mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Do not overcook broccoli to keep texture bright.
Rinse canned chickpeas well before using.
Serve warm or at room temperature.
Add tahini for extra flavor

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