Broccoli Pesto Quinoa Salad
A healthy and delicious salad combining quinoa, broccoli, and a flavorful pesto.
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Main Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa rinsed
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- ¼ cup olive oil
- ¼ cup parmesan cheese grated
- ¼ cup pine nuts toasted
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 cup basil leaves
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper freshly ground
1. Cook the quinoa according to package instructions. Set aside to cool.
2. Steam the broccoli florets until tender, about 5 minutes. Let cool.
3. In a blender, combine olive oil, parmesan cheese, pine nuts, garlic, basil leaves, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth to make the pesto.
4. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, steamed broccoli, and pesto. Toss until well mixed.
5. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 5mg | Sodium: 200mg | Potassium: 500mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 700IU | Vitamin C: 80mg | Calcium: 150mg | Iron: 3mg
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