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Quinoa Risotto with Broccoli and Saffron — Gran Cooks

Quinoa Risotto with Broccoli and Saffron

Quinoa Risotto with Broccoli and Saffron combines saffron and cheddar cheese for an easy, from-scratch vegetarian dish that's sure to impress.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 16 minutes
Total Time 21 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 5
Calories 975 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cup Broccoli
  • 1 cup Quinoa
  • 2 cup Vegetable Shortening
  • 1 pinch Saffron
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese
  • 1 pinch Salt
  • 1 pinch Black Pepper
  • 1 tablespoon Parmesan Cheese

Instructions
 

  • 1.
  • Add your broccoli, quinoa and stock in a pot on a low heat and boil until the quinoa has absorbed all the stock (usually about 15-20 minutes).
  • 2.
  • Once cooked, add your saffron, cheese and seasoning, stirring until combined.
  • 3.
  • Garnish with parmesan and more pepper.
  • Adapted from Mom, Whats For Dinner?

Nutrition

Calories: 975kcalProtein: 12.5gFat: 93.4gSaturated Fat: 26gSodium: 247mgSugar: 0.8g
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Keyword broccoli, main course, quinoa, vegetable shortening
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