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quinoa broccoli vegan casserole

Quinoa and Broccoli Cheddar Casserole Bake

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Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 5
Calories: 291kcal
Author: adapted from Cooking Light

Ingredients

  • 1 cup uncooked quinoa
  • 3 cups chicken stock divided
  • ½ cup 1% milk
  • 2 tablespoons white whole-wheat flour
  • ½ cup plain greek yogurt
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon granulated garlic
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon pepper
  • 1/2 cup grated romano cheese
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 12- ounce bag frozen “steam in bag” broccoli florets and stems

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees
  • In a medium sauce pan bring 1 ½ cups of the chicken stock to a boil. Reduce to simmer and stir in the quinoa. Cover and simmer for 10 – 12 minutes. Remove from heat and let it sit covered for another 5 minutes. Fluff quinoa with fork then place into an 8 x8 2 quart casserole dish.
  • In another medium saucepan, over medium heat, whisk together the rest of the chicken stock (1 ½ cups), milk, and flour. Cook until bubbly and slightly thickened, about 5-7 minutes.
  • Stir in greek yogurt, onion powder, granulated garlic, salt, pepper, and romano cheese. Cook for another 3 minutes.
  • Slowly stir in the shredded cheddar cheese. Cook until cheese is melted, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat.
  • Cook broccoli according to package directions.
  • Place cooked broccoli on top of quinoa in the casserole dish.
  • Pour cheese sauce over the quinoa and broccoli. Stir until all ingredients are combined.
  • Bake for 40 minutes or until bubbling on the sides. Let sit for 5 minutes then serve.

Notes

Make ahead instructions
This recipe can be made completely and frozen into portions for an easy lunch or dinner. Reheat in the microwave for 2 minutes on high or until heated through.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 291kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 11g | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 8g