Cheesy Broccoli Quinoa
Cheesy Broccoli Quinoa pairs nutty, fluffy quinoa with tender broccoli and melted Cheddar for a cozy, satisfying side. The cheese adds richness while the broth infuses savory depth, making it a great match for roasted meats or a hearty vegetarian plate. Serve warm when you want something comforting yet wholesome.
- Prep5 mins
- Cook20 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Cheesy Broccoli Quinoa, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 57 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 17 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 56 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
How it scores for each health goal
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- 20
- Heart Health
- 74
- Metabolic
- 45
- Digestive
- 24
- Inflammatory
- 41
- Performance
- 41
- General Wellness
- 1
Put the broccoli, broth, and quinoa in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Lower the heat to medium-low, cover the saucepan, and simmer until the broth is absorbed and the quinoa is tender, 15 to 20 minutes.
- 2
Stir the Cheddar cheese into the quinoa, put the lid back on, and let it sit until the cheese melts, 2 to 3 minutes; season with salt and pepper.
- Calories 489.65 kcal High 24%
- Protein 26.0 g Good Source 52%
- Carbohydrate 43.34 g 16%
- Total Fat 23.2 g High 30%
- Saturated Fat 12.96 g High 65%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 59.97 mg Moderate 20%
- Sodium 783.52 mg High 34%
- Dietary Fiber 6.34 g Good Source 23%
- Total Sugars 2.35 g --
- Added Sugars 0.57 g Low Source 1%
- Calcium 482.92 mg Good Source 37%
- Iron 2.89 mg Moderate 16%
- Potassium 277.89 mg Low Source 6%
- Vitamin A 302.42 mcg Good Source 34%
- Vitamin C 59.35 mg Good Source 66%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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About This Recipe
Cheesy Broccoli Quinoa is made with 5 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 25 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Broccoli, Quinoa, Salt & Pepper, and Shredded Cheese. Each serving provides about 489.65 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Cheesy Broccoli Quinoa made of?
- The main ingredients are Broccoli, Quinoa, Salt & Pepper, Shredded Cheese, Vegetable Broth. The full list of 5 is above.
- How long does it take to make Cheesy Broccoli Quinoa?
- About 25 mins in total: 5 mins to prepare and 20 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 489.65 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Cheesy Broccoli Quinoa easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 5 ingredients and 2 steps.
- Is Cheesy Broccoli Quinoa healthy?
- Cheesy Broccoli Quinoa has an easyChef Pro health score of 45/100. Per serving, it provides 489.65 calories and 26.0 g of protein, or 52% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber, calcium, vitamin A and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 783.52 mg (34% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 12.96 g (65% of the Daily Value). It contains Milk, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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