Easy Lemon Broccoli Almond Quinoa

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.

Course grains & pastas

Cuisine American

Keyword broccoli, healthy, quick and easy, quinoa, salad, side

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Additional Time 10

Total Time 30

Servings servings

Calories 278

Author Laurie McNamara

Equipment

All-Clad E7859464 HA1 Hard Anodized Nonstick Dishwasher Safe PFOA Free Chefs Pan/Wok Cookware, 12-Inch, Black

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

US Customary - Metric

Instructions

Heat 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.
Squeeze in the juice from half a lemon, add the quinoa and almonds, cooking until heated through.
Taste and season with salt before serving. Squeeze with a little extra lemon juice and a drizzle of olive oil.

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