Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

0/15 checked
2.5
servings
1.13 cup

Vegetable Stock

0.75 cup

Dry Quinoa

Rinsed

4 cup

Broccoli Florets

Bite-sized

3 tbsp

Olive Oil

15 unit

Chickpeas

Drained, Rinsed, and Dried

1 cup

Mini Tomatoes

0.5 tsp

Red Pepper Flakes

0.25 cup

Pumpkin Seeds

Raw

3 tbsp

Lemon Juice

0.25 cup

Green Pesto

1 tsp

Kosher Salt

0.5 tsp

Ground Black Pepper

3 sprig

Fresh Herbs

0.5 unit

Lemon Wedges

Cut

2 tbsp

Parmesan Cheese

Freshly Grated

Step 1
~2 min

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F and position one rack near the top and another near the bottom.

Step 2
~2 min

Bring vegetable broth to a boil in a medium saucepan, then stir in rinsed quinoa.

Step 3
~2 min

Return to a boil, cover, and reduce heat to low.

Step 4
~2 min

Simmer for 12-15 minutes, until quinoa is tender, then drain and return to the pan.

Step 5
~2 min

Cover the quinoa with a dish cloth and the lid for 5 minutes to absorb excess steam.

Step 6
~2 min

Place broccoli florets on one half of a large rimmed baking sheet and toss with 1.5 tablespoons of olive oil, salt, and pepper.

Step 7
~2 min

Place drained, rinsed, and dried chickpeas on the other side of the sheet, drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.

Step 8
~2 min

On a separate rimmed baking sheet, toss mini tomatoes with 0.5 tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and pepper.

Step 9
~2 min

Bake both pans for 10 minutes, placing broccoli on the lower rack, then stir each ingredient.

Step 10
~2 min

Sprinkle broccoli with red pepper flakes and pumpkin seeds.

Step 11
~2 min

Roast both pans for 5-10 more minutes, until tomatoes are wrinkled and juicy, broccoli is browned in places, and chickpeas are starting to brown.

Step 12
~2 min

In a medium mixing bowl, mix pesto with 1 tablespoon of lemon juice and 1 tablespoon of water.

Step 13
~2 min

Immediately toss roasted broccoli with 2 tablespoons of lemon juice on the baking tray.

Step 14
~2 min

Add chickpeas to the pesto mixture and stir to coat.

Step 15
~2 min

Toss cooked quinoa with a bit of olive oil, salt, and pepper.

Step 16
~2 min

Build each bowl with a generous scoop of quinoa, topped with half the broccoli, pesto chickpeas, and roasted tomatoes.

Step 17
~2 min

Sprinkle with freshly grated parmesan cheese and fresh herbs, and serve with lemon wedges.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Roast other vegetables alongside the broccoli, such as bell peppers or zucchini.

Add a dollop of Greek yogurt or ricotta cheese for extra creaminess.

Toast the pumpkin seeds for enhanced flavor.

Use different types of pesto, such as sun-dried tomato or kale pesto.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Components can be made ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve warm or at room temperature.

Garnish with a sprinkle of parmesan cheese.

Add a drizzle of olive oil.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Crusty bread
Side salad
Grilled chicken or fish

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mediterranean

Cultural Significance

Emphasizes fresh, seasonal ingredients.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Lunch
Potluck
Meal Prep

Popularity Score

70/100

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