Broccoli & Quinoa Casserole

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This broccoli-quinoa casserole makes a hearty vegetarian main dish. As the quinoa absorbs water and cooks, it creates the perfect amount of steam for cooking the broccoli. The broccoli is crisp-tender and adds texture to contrast with the creamy, cheesy quinoa. Swap in tricolor quinoa, if you prefer.

Melissa Gray

Updated on April 19, 2024

Tested by

EatingWell Test Kitchen

Reviewed by Dietitian

Jessica Ball, M.S., RD

Active Time:

15 mins

Total Time:

1 hr

Servings:

Nutrition Profile:

Nut-Free Soy-Free Vegetarian High-Protein Egg-Free Gluten-Free

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Ingredients

2 cups water
1 cup quinoa
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
½ teaspoon salt, divided
4 cups small broccoli florets and chopped stems
1 (15.5 ounce) can no-salt-added cannellini beans, rinsed
1 cup whole milk
1 cup whole-milk plain strained yogurt, such as Greek or skyr
2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme, plus more for garnish
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
¾ teaspoon ground pepper
½ teaspoon onion powder
2 cups shredded fontina cheese, divided

Directions

Position oven rack 5 inches from broiler; preheat to 350°F. Lightly coat a 13-by-9-inch broiler-safe baking dish with cooking spray. Combine water, quinoa, oil and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a large saucepan; bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low; cover and cook, undisturbed, for 10 minutes. Add broccoli to the mixture (do not stir); cover and continue cooking until all the water is absorbed, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat; let stand, covered, for 5 minutes.
Transfer the quinoa mixture to a large bowl. Add beans, milk, yogurt, thyme, garlic, pepper, onion powder, 1 1/2 cups cheese and the remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt. Gently stir until evenly combined. Spoon the mixture into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle with the remaining 1/2 cup cheese.
Bake until heated through and the cheese is melted, about 15 minutes. Set oven to broil (without removing the dish). Broil until lightly browned, about 3 minutes. Remove from oven; let cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with additional thyme, if desired.

Broccoli & Quinoa Casserole — Photography / Antonis Achilleos, Styling / Christine Keely, Ali Ramee

Originally appeared: EatingWell.com, October 2021

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

306	Calories
15g	Fat
27g	Carbs
18g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Serving Size about 1¼ cups
Calories 306
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 27g	10%
Dietary Fiber 5g	18%
Total Sugars 5g
Protein 18g	36%
Total Fat 15g	19%
Saturated Fat 7g	35%
Cholesterol 39mg	13%
Vitamin A 1399IU	28%
Sodium 414mg	18%
Potassium 459mg	10%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.

Broccoli & Quinoa Casserole

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