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Quinoa Enchilada Casserole

A delicious and healthy casserole made with quinoa and enchilada sauce.
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Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Total Time 45 mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 6 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • Baking Dish
  • Mixing bowl
  • Saucepan

Ingredients:  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup quinoa rinsed
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 can black beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 can corn drained
  • 1 cup enchilada sauce
  • 1 cup shredded cheese cheddar or Mexican blend
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • to taste salt and pepper

Instructions: 

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • In a saucepan, bring quinoa and water to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until water is absorbed.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked quinoa, black beans, corn, enchilada sauce, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix well.
  • Transfer the mixture to a baking dish. Top with shredded cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  • Remove from oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

Notes:

Feel free to add more veggies like bell peppers or spinach for extra nutrition.

Nutrition value:

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 15gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 10gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Keywords:

Keyword Casserole, Enchilada, Quinoa
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