Veggie-Packed Quinoa Casserole: Easy Family Dinner Delight
A delicious and healthy quinoa casserole loaded with veggies, perfect for a family dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup chopped bell peppers
- 1 cup chopped zucchini
- 1 cup chopped spinach
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn, fresh or frozen
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 cup shredded cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large pot, combine quinoa and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes or until quinoa is fluffy.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked quinoa with bell peppers, zucchini, spinach, black beans, corn, cumin, and chili powder.
- Transfer the mixture to a casserole dish and top with shredded cheese if desired.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, until heated through and cheese is melted.
- Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- This casserole can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Feel free to add any of your favorite vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 20mg