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5-ingredient Broccoli + Quinoa Mac and Cheese
If you've been depriving yourself of mac and cheese because you think it's unhealthy or takes too much time to, this recipe is for you!
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 195kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup white quinoa
- 1 1/2 cups broccoli florets
- 2 cups vegetable broth or water
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 cup nutritional yeast or parmesan
- Salt + pepper if desired
Instructions
- Add quinoa, broccoli, broth and water to a large sauce pan. Bring the mixture to a boil, stir and then cover and reduce to simmer for 15 - 20 minutes. You want the quinoa to be fluffy and the water to be absorbed.
- Remove from the heat and stir in nutritional yeast (or cheese). Taste and add salt and pepper if desired.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition
Calories: 195kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 485mg | Potassium: 457mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 463IU | Vitamin C: 30mg | Calcium: 36mg | Iron: 3mg