Quinoa Broccoli Salad with Brazil Nuts and Pomegranate
Quinoa Broccoli Salad with Brazil Nuts and Pomegranate balances fluffy grains with crisp-tender broccoli, sweet-tart bursts of pomegranate, and the rich crunch of Brazil nuts. A light balsamic-honey dressing ties everything together for a bright, nutty bite. Serve it chilled or at room temperature for lunch, picnics, or as a colorful side at dinner.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook30 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Quinoa Broccoli Salad with Brazil Nuts and Pomegranate, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 55 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 20 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 58 / 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.
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- 58
- Heart Health
- 46
- Metabolic
- 54
- Digestive
- 27
- Inflammatory
- 28
- Performance
- 42
- General Wellness
- 1
Put water, quinoa, and vegetable bouillon in a saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Lower the heat, cover, and simmer until the quinoa has doubled in size and appears like small transparent pearls, 25 to 30 minutes.
- 2
At the same time, cook the broccoli in boiling water until tender, 5 to 10 minutes. Drain, then rinse under cold water.
- 3
Drain and rinse the quinoa under cold water. In a large bowl, combine the quinoa, broccoli, red onion, Brazil nuts, and pomegranate seeds. Drizzle with olive oil, vinegar, and honey, then season with salt and pepper.
- Calories 421.13 kcal High 21%
- Protein 11.53 g Good Source 23%
- Carbohydrate 46.89 g 17%
- Total Fat 22.2 g High 28%
- Saturated Fat 3.95 g Moderate 20%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 0.0 mg Low Source 0%
- Sodium 152.32 mg Moderate 7%
- Dietary Fiber 9.28 g Good Source 33%
- Total Sugars 8.11 g --
- Added Sugars 5.02 g Moderate 10%
- Calcium 80.96 mg Low Source 6%
- Iron 2.95 mg Moderate 16%
- Potassium 245.88 mg Low Source 5%
- Vitamin A 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin C 1.7 mg Low Source 2%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Tree Nuts 🌰
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Quinoa Broccoli Salad with Brazil Nuts and Pomegranate is an American side dish recipe made with 11 ingredients. It takes about 45 mins, serves 4, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Balsamic Vinegar, Broccoli Florets, Diced Yellow Onion, and Honey. Each serving provides about 421.13 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Quinoa Broccoli Salad with Brazil Nuts and Pomegranate?
- It is an American salad recipe made with 11 ingredients, usually served for side dish or dinner or lunch or salad.
- What is Quinoa Broccoli Salad with Brazil Nuts and Pomegranate made of?
- The main ingredients are Balsamic Vinegar, Broccoli Florets, Diced Yellow Onion, Honey, Olive Oil. The full list of 11 is above.
- How long does it take to make Quinoa Broccoli Salad with Brazil Nuts and Pomegranate?
- About 45 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 30 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 421.13 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Quinoa Broccoli Salad with Brazil Nuts and Pomegranate easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 11 ingredients and 3 steps.
- Is Quinoa Broccoli Salad with Brazil Nuts and Pomegranate healthy?
- Quinoa Broccoli Salad with Brazil Nuts and Pomegranate has an easyChef Pro health score of 46/100. Per serving, it provides 421.13 calories and 11.53 g of protein, or 23% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 152.32 mg (7% of the Daily Value), saturated fat at 3.95 g (20% of the Daily Value) and added sugars at 5.02 g (10% of the Daily Value). It contains Tree Nuts and Onions, 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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