How long does it take to make Spicy Broccoli Microgreen and Quinoa Bowl?
This recipe takes approximately 25 min total.
25 min
· Serves 2
· Updated February 21, 2026
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Broccoli microgreens are best added fresh as a finishing ingredient. This hearty bowl features protein-packed quinoa and spicy roasted vegetables, topped with fresh broccoli microgreens for a nutritious kick.
This recipe takes approximately 25 min total.
Broccoli microgreens work best as a fresh finishing ingredient, adding color, texture, and a just-cut flavor that stands out right before serving.
1 cup cooked quinoa
1 cup broccoli microgreens
1 bell pepper, diced
1 zucchini, diced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon chili powder
Salt to taste
Lime wedges for serving
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss diced bell pepper and zucchini with olive oil, chili powder, and salt.
Spread the vegetables on a baking sheet and roast for 20 minutes or until tender.
In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa and the roasted vegetables, mixing well.
Top with fresh broccoli microgreens for added crunch and nutrition.
Serve with lime wedges on the side for a zesty finish.
Broccoli microgreens are frequently studied among edible microgreens for their phytochemical content, particularly sulforaphane precursors found in the seeds and sprouts of brassica crops. Culinary use focuses on their mild, slightly peppery flavor as a finishing green.
• Brassica microgreens including broccoli have been studied for elevated concentrations of glucosinolates and sulforaphane precursors relative to mature heads.
moderate evidence• Micronutrient levels in broccoli microgreens vary by seed source, growing medium, light exposure, and harvest timing.
strong evidence• Consuming brassica sprouts and microgreens fresh avoids heat-related breakdown of sulforaphane precursor compounds.
limited evidence1. Assessment of Vitamin and Carotenoid Concentrations of Emerging Food Products: Edible Microgreens — Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry, 2012
2. Microgreens: Production, Shelf Life, and Bioactive Components — Critical Reviews in Food Science and Nutrition, 2017