One-Pot Quinoa with Cheese & Veggies
How to Make
- 1.
Start the Base
Heat butter and olive oil in a deep pan. Add diced onions and grated carrot. Sauté for 3–4 minutes until soft and slightly golden.
- 2.
Bring in the Flavour
Toss in minced garlic, cumin, turmeric, salt, and give it all a good mix. Let the aroma fill your kitchen—it’s already feeling like home.
- 3.
Toast the Quinoa
Add the rinsed quinoa to the pan and stir for a couple of minutes. This tiny step boosts the nutty flavour that makes quinoa meals for dinner so satisfying.
- 4.
Simmer and Steam
Pour in the water or veggie broth and bring to a gentle boil. Cover and let it cook on low for 10 minutes.
- 5.
Add the Broccoli
Place broccoli florets gently on top. Don’t stir. Cover again and steam for another 10 minutes until the broccoli turns bright and tender.
- 6.
Time for Creamy Goodness
Remove the lid, pour in milk, and stir everything together. Let it simmer for a few more minutes. Add the Britannia The Laughing Cow Diced Pizza Blend and mix until it melts into a creamy dream. This is the part that makes it one of the simplest quinoa recipes.
- 7.
Spice It Your Way
If your family enjoys a little heat, add chilli flakes or a squiggle of sriracha. Serve hot—this is one of those easy quinoa recipes that wins everyone over.
Fun Facts About These Ingredients
- Quinoa meals are a smart choice for Indian moms looking to cut rice occasionally without giving up on comfort.
- This is one of those simple quinoa recipes where you can sneak in extra veggies and no one complains.
- Originally grown in South America, quinoa has now become the heart of healthy quinoa recipes across the globe.
- Britannia The Laughing Cow Diced Pizza Blend melts quickly and brings a cheesy, pizza-like twist that makes even fussy eaters ask for seconds.

