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Herbed Quinoa and Broccolini

Herbed Quinoa and Broccolini

This delicious, healthy and easy to make toddler recipe for Herbed Quinoa and Broccolini is perfect for little ones to enjoy in Australia! Packed full of naturally sourced ingredients, including quinoa, broccolini, herbs and spices, this nutritious dish is sure to get the thumbs up from toddlers and their parents alike. Serve as a side dish or as the main event for lunch and dinner, so you can give your tots the very best.

General Information:

  • Macronutrients: ProteinHealthy FatCarbohydrates
  • Calories: 60
  • Serving Size: 4
  • Cooking Time: 20 minutes

A healthy and delicious meal with flavorful herbs that is perfect for the whole family - no salt or sugar needed!

Ingredients

  • 45ml Olive Oil
  • 2 cloves of garlicminced
  • 2 bunches of broccolini
  • 160g quinoa
  • 1 teaspoon each of:
    • dried oregano
    • dried parsley
    • dried basil
  • 1/4 teaspoon of freshly ground black pepper
  • 120ml of vegetable broth

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 200°C.
  2. In a medium-sized saucepanheat the oil on medium-high heat and add the minced garlic. Allow the garlic to cook for about 1 minute until the garlic is fragrant.
  3. Add the broccolini to the same pantossing to evenly distribute the garlic and oil. Cook for about 3 minutes or until the broccolini starts to soften.
  4. Add the quinoaherbs and black pepper and stir everything around to ensure it is evenly coated.
  5. Pour in the vegetable broth and stir everything together.
  6. Bring the mixture up to a slight boil and reduce the heat to low. Cover the pan and let it simmer for 15 minutes until the quinoa is fully cooked.
  7. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the quinoa and broccolini to a baking dishdiscarding the remaining liquid.
  8. Place it in the oven and bake for 10 minutes.

**Enjoy your Herbed Quinoa and Broccolini - Bon Appétit!**

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