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Zesty Quinoa With Broccoli and Cashews
Mood:
Healthy
Cost:
Cheap
Difficulty:
Easy
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• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 medium red onion, finely diced
• 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, julienned or chopped
• 1/2 cup vegetable broth
• 1/2 cup dry white wine
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1/2 cup quinoa
• 1/2 teaspoon sea salt, or to taste
• 1 cup broccoli florets, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1/2 cup roasted cashew pieces
• 2 scallions, thinly sliced
• Fresh ground black pepper to taste
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• Medium saute pan with lid
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1. Heat the olive oil over medium heat in a saucepan and sauté the onion and garlic for 3 minutes. Add the sun-dried tomatoes, vegetable stock, wine and lemon juice and bring to a boil.
2. Stir in the quinoa and salt. Reduce heat, and simmer covered about 20 minutes. Add the broccoli on top and simmer an additional 5 to 6 minutes.
3. Remove from heat, toss gently until combined. Add ground pepper and additional salt, if desired, to taste.
4. Garnish with cashews and scallions before serving.
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