For a quick, healthy and filling dinner last week, I made some minor adjustments to a Martha Stewart recipe I found. I usually roast them–which is delicious–but I was in the mood to try something new.
Lemon Shredded Brussels Sprouts and Quinoa
- 1 lb. brussels sprouts, shredded (thinly slice by hand, or food processor)
- 1/2 red bell pepper, sliced
- EVOO (Misto)
- 1 T. lemon juice
- 1/2 t. onion powder
- 1/2 t. ground black pepper
- salt to taste
- 1 c. cooked quinoa (2 servings)
With a bit of EVOO, sauté the brussels sprouts, bell pepper, onion powder, pepper and salt until the brussels sprouts turn a bright green and are “crisp-tender” (about 10 minutes over med/high heat).
Remove from heat, add lemon juice and quinoa, and stir together. Makes 2 big dinner servings.
MIWFY: This is a vegan recipe and does not contain gluten.
A few side notes about quinoa (source):
- Although treated as one, quinoa is not a grain. It is part of the spinach, swiss chard and beet family.
- Nutrient dense and gluten-free
- A complete protein source
- Higher in heart-healthy fats than other grains
- Anti-inflammatory properties
- Good source of calcium, folate, copper and phosphorus
- Good source of concentrated antioxidant phytonutrients
What I love best about quinoa is that it’s so easy to prepare! It take no more than 15 minutes, start to finish.
Basic Preparation of Quinoa
- Combine 1 part quinoa to 2 parts water/broth in a saucepan
- Bring to a boil
- Reduce heat to simmer for 12-15 minutes, covered
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Looks delicious! I never liked brussel sprouts until very recently, so I’m still a total newbie at preparing them. I’ll have to try them sautéed like this.
This looks like a great light Summer meal! I haven’t tried shredded brussel sprouts, yet, either, but I have seen a lot of posts on them lately. I absolutely love using quinoa too!
Yumm! This recipe combines two of my favorite food staples quinoa and brussel sprouts. I can’t wait to try.
Please fly to Kuwait and cook me delicious dinners like this?? I’ll even pay for your ticket! Deal??
Nom! This reminds me of a cabbage fried rice that I do. I’d love it with brussels!
I know quinoa is not a grain and all but I just can’t bring myself to buy it and try it. We’ll have to experiment with it together sometime. I remember trying it at Whole Foods with you and not really loving it but maybe it’s just how they made it that I didn’t like.
LOVE this! Only thing missing for me is shallot or onions to sautee w/the BS!
Just came across your blog, and I love all your recipes!