Garlic Lemon Broccoli Stir-Fry with Quinoa

A vibrant and healthy main dish featuring tender broccoli florets stir-fried with garlic and bright lemon zest, served over fluffy quinoa. This quick and nutritious meal is perfect for a light yet satisfying lunch or dinner.

Steps

1. Rinse the quinoa under cold water and cook it according to package instructions (usually 1 part quinoa to 2 parts water) until fluffy. 2. While quinoa cooks, heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. 3. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. 4. Add broccoli florets and stir-fry for 5-7 minutes until tender but still crisp. 5. Stir in lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Cook for another minute. 6. Serve the broccoli stir-fry over the cooked quinoa. 7. Sprinkle grated Parmesan on top if desired for extra flavor.

1 cup broccoli florets 1/4 cup quinoa 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon lemon zest 1 tablespoon lemon juice Salt and pepper to taste 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese (optional)