28’s Home Nutrition Program (portions based on our Women’s ‘Healthy Weight Maintenance’ Eating Plan)

Quinoa Mac & Cheese

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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 1
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1/4 cup raw quinoa rinsed
  • 1 cup broccoli chopped into small florets
  • 1 cup cauliflower chopped into small florets
  • 1/4 cup full cream milk
  • 1/3 cup tasty cheese grated
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1.5 tablespoon Greek yoghurt
Ingredients to Serve:
  • 1 tablespoon tasty cheese grated

Method
 

  1. To begin, cook quinoa according to packet instructions.
  2. Preheat the grill to medium–high (or the oven to 180°C/350ºF).
  3. Meanwhile, lightly steam or blanch the broccoli and cauliflower.
  4. Once quinoa is cooked, add in the milk stir over a medium heat until warmed through. Add cheese and paprika and continue to stir vigorously until the cheese has melted.
  5. Remove from the heat and add yoghurt, broccoli and cauliflower.
  6. Pour the mixture into a ramekin and sprinkle over the extra cheese. Grill for 3 minutes or bake for 10 minutes, until the cheese on top has melted and is starting to turn crusty and golden.

Posted by Shahna Sarpi

Shahna is a qualified nutritionist passionate about helping people live a nourished life through healthy eating and lifestyle practices. Utilising a whole foods approach to nutrition, Shahna aims to educate and inspire people to become their healthiest selves. With a love of food and being in the kitchen, she enjoys cooking up a storm and creating healthy recipes that everyone will enjoy.

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