Quinoa Broccoli and Cheese Casserole
Packed with protein and made with just 7 simple ingredients, it's the perfect Fall dish for busy weeknights. Plus, each serving boasts a whopping 29 grams of protein.
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 1/4 large yellow onion finely diced
- 1 cup quinoa uncooked
- 4 cups chopped broccoli florets
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
- 1.5 cups broth any kind
- 1.5 cups 2% milk or any kind of milk
- 8 oz. sharp white cheddar cheese freshly grated, divided
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375ºF and spray a casserole dish with coconut oil cooking spray.
- Place quinoa, onion, and broccoli florets on the bottom of your casserole dish. Set aside.
- Next, add milk, chicken broth, and salt into a medium saucepan. Turn to medium-high heat and use a whisk to constantly stir. When liquid is heated, slowly add 4 oz. of grated cheese and whisk until cheese dissolves into the mixture.
- Pour liquid on top of ingredients in casserole dish and stir so that everything combines.
- Cover with tin foil and place in oven at 375ºF for 30 minutes. Remove and stir.
- Sprinkle on the additional 4 oz. shredded cheese and place back in the oven (uncovered) for 15 more minutes.
Nutrition
Calories: 480kcal | Carbohydrates: 39g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 22g | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 6g