Brown Butter Broccoli Over Quinoa And Feta Recipe

Name: Brown Butter Broccoli Over Quinoa And Feta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 cup red quinoa, dry; 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided; 1 large head of broccoli, stalks and florets coarsely chopped; Kosher salt; freshly ground black pepper; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1/4 cup raw pine nuts; pinch of red pepper flakes; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 1/5 cup feta cheese, crumbled; 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped

Servings: persons

3/4 cup red quinoa, dry
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 large head of broccoli, stalks and florets coarsely chopped
Kosher salt
freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/4 cup raw pine nuts
pinch of red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/5 cup feta cheese, crumbled
1/4 cup cilantro, chopped

1
Preheat oven to 450F.
2
Rinse quinoa thoroughly in a fine mesh strainer for about two minutes to get rid of some of the bitterness. Drain well.
3
Meanwhile, toss broccoli with remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil, salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Roast for 15-20 minutes, until broccoli has browned a bit on the edges and is tender.
4
In a small saucepan, melt butter over low heat. Add pine nuts and cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until butter is browned and pine nuts are toasted. Remove from heat, let cool slightly, and stir in red pepper flakes and lemon juice.
5
When quinoa is cooked, fluff slightly with a fork. Toss with broccoli, brown butter sauce and pine nuts, feta, and cilantro.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 cup red quinoa, dry, 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided, 1 large head of broccoli, stalks and florets coarsely chopped, Kosher salt, and more.

Yes, Brown Butter Broccoli Over Quinoa And Feta falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Brown Butter Broccoli Over Quinoa And Feta

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