Follow these steps for perfect results
Vegetable Stock
Dry Quinoa
Rinsed
Broccoli Florets
Bite-sized
Olive Oil
Chickpeas
Drained, Rinsed, and Dried
Mini Tomatoes
Red Pepper Flakes
Pumpkin Seeds
Raw
Lemon Juice
Green Pesto
Kosher Salt
Ground Black Pepper
Fresh Herbs
Lemon Wedges
Cut
Parmesan Cheese
Freshly Grated
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F and position one rack near the top and another near the bottom.
Bring vegetable broth to a boil in a medium saucepan, then stir in rinsed quinoa.
Return to a boil, cover, and reduce heat to low.
Simmer for 12-15 minutes, until quinoa is tender, then drain and return to the pan.
Cover the quinoa with a dish cloth and the lid for 5 minutes to absorb excess steam.
Place broccoli florets on one half of a large rimmed baking sheet and toss with 1.5 tablespoons of olive oil, salt, and pepper.
Place drained, rinsed, and dried chickpeas on the other side of the sheet, drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
On a separate rimmed baking sheet, toss mini tomatoes with 0.5 tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and pepper.
Bake both pans for 10 minutes, placing broccoli on the lower rack, then stir each ingredient.
Sprinkle broccoli with red pepper flakes and pumpkin seeds.
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.
In a medium mixing bowl, mix pesto with 1 tablespoon of lemon juice and 1 tablespoon of water.
Immediately toss roasted broccoli with 2 tablespoons of lemon juice on the baking tray.
Add chickpeas to the pesto mixture and stir to coat.
Toss cooked quinoa with a bit of olive oil, salt, and pepper.
Build each bowl with a generous scoop of quinoa, topped with half the broccoli, pesto chickpeas, and roasted tomatoes.
Sprinkle with freshly grated parmesan cheese and fresh herbs, and serve with lemon wedges.
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.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 minutes
Components can be made ahead of time.
Serve in a deep bowl, artfully arranging the vegetables and quinoa.
Serve warm or at room temperature.
Garnish with a sprinkle of parmesan cheese.
Add a drizzle of olive oil.
Complements the Italian flavors.
Light and refreshing.
Discover the story behind this recipe
Emphasizes fresh, seasonal ingredients.
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