Instant Pot Quinoa With Broccoli &amp; Cheese

1 cup quinoa (uncooked)

2 cups broccoli florets (as much as you prefer)

1 cup water (or broth, you can use vegetable stock)

½ cup cheddar cheese (grated)

Salt and pepper to taste

Optional: you can add a dollop of butter or a little olive oil and a drizzle of lemon juice.

Wash the quinoa in cold water and strain. Set aside.
Cut the broccoli into florets and set aside.
Add the quinoa, water, half a teaspoon of salt and a little pepper in the inner pot. If using vegetable stock, add the salt once the quinoa is cooked. Mix and place the broccoli on top.
Select PRESSURE COOK/MANUAL for 1 minute on HIGH. After 3 beeps, the Instant Pot will start to build up the pressure (the cooking process starts now). Once the timer stops, quick release the pressure.
Open the lid carefully. Top with the cheese, then close the lid and wait for 5 minutes, till the cheese has melted. Give it a mix .
Top with more cheese, freshly cracked pepper and serve immediately.

Course🍚Side Dish

Diets🥕Vegetarian...

Category🍽️Side Dish

Cuisine🇺🇸American

Occasions📆Everyday⏱️Quick Meal

Season🔁Year-round

DifficultyEasy ⏰ 15m