Best 5 Quinoa Broccoli And Cheese Casserole Recipes

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In the culinary world, there exists a delightful dish that combines the goodness of quinoa, broccoli, and cheese into a comforting casserole. This recipe is not only incredibly delicious but also packed with essential nutrients, making it a perfect choice for both health-conscious individuals and those who appreciate flavorful and wholesome meals. Whether you're seeking a satisfying weeknight dinner, a nutritious addition to your lunch repertoire, or a hearty side dish for special occasions, this quinoa broccoli and cheese casserole promises to tantalize your taste buds while nourishing your body.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

QUINOA BROCCOLI AND CHEESE CASSEROLE



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Our Quinoa Broccoli and Cheese Casserole is a fan favorite! It's made with just 7 ingredients and has 29g of protein per serving. Serve up this quinoa casserole recipe this Fall for the entire family!

Provided by Lee Hersh

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/4 large yellow onion (finely diced)
1 cup quinoa
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)

Steps:

  • 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 Facts : ServingSize 1 /4, Calories 480 kcal, Sugar 6 g, Sodium 531 mg, Fat 22 g, Carbohydrate 39 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 29 g

CHEESY BROCCOLI QUINOA



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The classic Cheddar cheese and broccoli combo served in quinoa.

Provided by qwerty06

Categories     Side Dish     Grain Side Dish Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups chopped broccoli
1 ¾ cups vegetable broth
1 cup quinoa
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Combine broccoli, broth, and quinoa in a saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, place a cover on the saucepan, and cook at a simmer until the broth has been absorbed and the quinoa is tender, 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Stir Cheddar cheese into the quinoa, replace the lid, and set aside until the cheese melts, 2 to 3 minutes; season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 299 calories, Carbohydrate 32.9 g, Cholesterol 29.7 mg, Fat 12.3 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 14.8 g, SaturatedFat 6.3 g, Sodium 394 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

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.

Provided by Melissa Gray

Categories     Healthy Broccoli Casserole Recipes

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 13

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

Steps:

  • 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.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 306 calories, Carbohydrate 27 g, Cholesterol 39 mg, Fat 15 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 18 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Sodium 414 mg, Sugar 5 g

QUINOA AND BROCCOLI CASSEROLE



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Provided by Alton Brown

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h40m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 1/2 cups quinoa
3 cups chicken stock
3 teaspoons kosher salt, divided
12 ounces broccoli florets, chopped
8 ounces button or cremini mushrooms, sliced
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
1/2 large onion, diced
2 tablespoons dry mustard
1 1/2 teaspoons smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper
3 cups half-and-half
1 large egg
16 ounces sharp Cheddar, grated
1/2 cup mayonnaise

Steps:

  • Place the quinoa in fine sieve or strainer and rinse thoroughly under cool running water and allow to drain.
  • Position a rack in the middle of the oven and heat to 350 degrees F.
  • Bring the quinoa, chicken stock and 2 teaspoons of the salt to a boil in a medium saucepan over high heat. Reduce the heat to low, stir, cover and cook for 15 minutes. When 5 minutes remain, add the broccoli right on top of the quinoa and replace the lid.
  • Heat a large, straight-sided saute pan over high heat and add the mushrooms and 1/3 cup of water. Cook until the mushrooms collapse, 2 to 3 minutes, then add 2 tablespoons of the butter and cook until browned. Remove to a large bowl.
  • Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter to the pan along with the onions and the remaining teaspoon of salt. Reduce the heat to low and sweat the onions until translucent, about 5 minutes. Then stir in the mustard, smoked paprika, black pepper, cayenne and white pepper and cook for 1 minute more. Add the half-and-half to the pan and heat until warm.
  • Whisk the egg in a medium bowl and temper with 1 cup of the hot liquid, continuing to whisk to prevent curdling. Then whisk the egg mixture back into the saute pan and add the cheese, stirring until melted.
  • Add the quinoa, broccoli, mayonnaise and the melted cheese mixture to the bowl with the mushrooms and stir to combine.
  • Pour the quinoa mixture into an ungreased 9-by-13-inch glass baking dish (see Cook's Note). Bake until set and just beginning to brown, about 45 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 205 to 210 degrees F. Cool 10 minutes before serving.

QUINOA, BROCCOLI, AND CHEESE CASSEROLE



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Categories     Salad     Cheese     Bake     Steam     Quinoa     Broccoli     Summer     Simmer

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 1/2 cups quinoa, rinsed in a fine sieve
2 tablespoons light olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
2 medium broccoli crowns, cut into bite-size pieces
1 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese or cheddar-style soy cheese
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F.
  • Bring 3 cups water to a simmer in a medium saucepan. Stir in the quinoa, cover, and simmer gently until the water is absorbed, about 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large skillet. Add the onion and sauté until golden. Add the broccoli and about 1/4 cup water. Cover and steam until the broccoli is just a little more done than tender-crisp, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked quinoa with the broccoli mixture and half of the cheese. Season with salt and pepper and stir well. Transfer the mixture to a lightly oiled, shallow 2-quart casserole. Sprinkle evenly with the remaining cheese. Bake until the top is golden and crisp, 20 to 25 minutes. Let the casserole stand for 5 minutes, and serve.
  • Menu
  • Quinoa, Broccoli, and Cheese Casserole (this page)
  • or
  • Quinoa and Corn Pilaf (page 105)
  • Avocado and Pinto Bean Salad (page 45)
  • Warm flour tortillas
  • Sautéed zucchini and/or yellow summer squash
  • nutrition information
  • Calories: 284
  • Total Fat: 13g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Carbohydrate: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg
  • Sodium: 129mg

Tips:

  • For a creamier casserole, use half-and-half or heavy cream instead of milk. You may also use a mixture of milk and half-and-half.
  • If you don't have cheddar cheese, you can use a mixture of other cheeses, such as mozzarella, Parmesan, or Gruyère.
  • To make the casserole ahead of time, assemble it and refrigerate it for up to 24 hours. When you're ready to bake it, let it come to room temperature for 30 minutes before baking.
  • You can also freeze the casserole for up to 2 months. To reheat, thaw it in the refrigerator overnight and then bake it according to the recipe instructions.
  • For a vegetarian casserole, omit the chicken. You can also add more vegetables, such as chopped zucchini, carrots, or bell peppers.

Conclusion:

This quinoa, broccoli, and cheese casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is packed with protein and vegetables, and it is sure to be a hit with the whole family. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner idea, give this casserole a try. You won't be disappointed!

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