The flavor of broccoli can be a little harsh, but by steaming it you can soften the flavor a bit. Broccoli helps to regulate insulin and blood sugar, and as a dark green vegetable has a decent amount of calcium, so it’s a great addition to our diet. Pair it with calcium-rich sesame seeds for nutrition, flavor and a beautiful color contrast.
Simple Steamed Broccoli Recipe
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Makes enough for 2
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Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa
- 1 head broccoli, chopped
- A few leaves of chard (or other large-leafed green)
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
- 1 Tbsp tamari (or soy sauce)
- 2 Tbsp sesame seeds
Directions
- Rinse the quinoa with water, drain, add 2 cups water for every 1 cup quinoa. Sprinkle a bit of sea salt in the water, bring it to a boil for a minute, then turn down to low and simmer for 20-30 minutes. Quinoa is fully cooked when you see the swirl of the grains, with a translucent center, and it is fluffy. Do not stir the quinoa while it is cooking.
- Cut the broccoli into bite-size florets, cutting and pulling apart from the stem. Also chop the stem into bite-size pieces. Toss the broccoli and chard with salt to moisten them before steaming.
- Line a steaming tray with chard. Lay the broccoli in the steamer and place it over the boiling water. Leave this to cook for about 15-20 minutes, or until the broccoli reaches the level of softness you’re looking for.
- Move the broccoli to a bowl, chop the greens and add them to the bowl along with the chopped green onion. Dress with the sesame oil and tamari and toss.
- Sprinkle with some sesame seeds (raw or toasted) and toss again, then serve.
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