Broccoli Cheese & Quinoa

Finding healthy, easy side dishes is of my biggest challenges when trying to stick to eating clean.  When you’re aiming for 100+ grams of protein per day, meals tend to get a little boring over time.  There are only so many variations of lean protein, low glycemic carb, and green veggie that you can eat before you are sick and tired of clean eating.  Luckily, this dish is simple, quick and seriously yummy.  It totally feels like healthy comfort food.

Ingredients

• 1½ cups uncooked quinoa, rinsed
• 2¼ cups vegetable or chicken broth, or water
• 2 cups chopped broccoli florets
• 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
• ¼ tsp. pepper
• ½ tsp salt (may reduce or omit salt if using broth)

Instructions

1. In a medium sauce pan over medium heat, bring the quinoa, broth or water, and broccoli to a boil. Stir gently, reduce heat to medium-low and cover.
2. Let simmer, covered, for about 20 minutes, or until the quinoa has absorbed all of the liquid.
3. Fluff quinoa gently with a fork and mix in the shredded cheese, salt, and pepper.