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Veggie-Packed Quinoa Casserole

Veggie-Packed Quinoa Casserole for Ultimate Comfort Meals

A nutritious Veggie-Packed Quinoa Casserole that combines rich flavors for a heartwarming meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup Quinoa Rinsed before cooking
  • 2 cups Vegetable Broth Can substitute with water
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Or any neutral cooking oil
  • 1 medium Onion Chopped
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup Bell Pepper Diced
  • 1 medium Zucchini Diced
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Halved
  • 2 cups Baby Spinach
  • 1 cup Mushrooms Chopped
For the Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Basil
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Tomato Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Greek Yogurt Can substitute with sour cream
  • 1/4 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Optional
For the Toppings
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese Shredded
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese Grated
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley or Basil Chopped for garnish

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Saucepan
  • mixing bowl
  • Baking Dish

Method
 

Step-wise Instructions
  1. In a medium saucepan, bring vegetable broth to a boil. Add rinsed quinoa, reduce heat, cover and simmer for 12-15 minutes.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, sauté for 2 minutes.
  3. Add bell pepper, zucchini, mushrooms, and cherry tomatoes. Cook for 5-7 minutes then stir in baby spinach and seasonings.
  4. In a bowl, combine tomato sauce, Greek yogurt, and red pepper flakes until creamy. Set aside.
  5. Preheat oven to 190°C (375°F). Combine cooked quinoa and sautéed vegetables, then mix in the sauce.
  6. Spread mixture in a greased baking dish. Sprinkle cheese on top, cover with foil, and bake for 20 minutes, remove foil and bake for another 10 minutes.
  7. Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with parsley or basil.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 12gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Rinse quinoa well before cooking. Avoid overcrowding the skillet when sautéing vegetables.

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