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!
Ah the casserole. I kid you not, here in Minnesota restaurants have these on the menu…they are everywhere! There is even a place called Haute Dish (aka Casserole) in Minneapolis. So today, I present you a healthier spin on the classic Broccoli and Cheese Casserole, but fully equipped with quinoa! In my opinion, our Quinoa Cheesy Broccoli Casserole is even better than the real thing because it has 29g of protein per serving without compromising any flavor. If you’re thinking the addition of quinoa is going to make this broccoli casserole take forever to prep, you’re wrong! You actually bake this casserole with uncooked quinoa and things are ready in 60 minutes. So, what 7 ingredients do you need?
Here’s What You Need
- Quinoa
- Broccoli
- Onion
- Broth
- Milk
- Sharp White Cheddar
- Sea Salt
I’m not going to lie, this broccoli and cheese casserole pretty much tastes like mac and cheese with broccoli in it. A freaking GENIUS way to get your kiddos to eat vegetables, AMIRIGHT?! If you’re hoping to pack more into this quinoa casserole, feel free to add whatever veggies you like and even chicken, too if you want even more protein.
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Quinoa Broccoli and Cheese Casserole
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.
I tried your recipe, but I put crabs instead of chicken and it was absolutely yummy.
o0o yum!!!! I don’t think I’ve ever used crab in a recipe before.
I made this today in two ways: vegan and regular. I used highly meltable almond cheese for my own vegan version and skipped the milk since there wasn’t any plant milk in the house.The regular version was made using dairy milk and a mix of parmesan and mozzarella sliced cheese. I can’t speak for the normal version but the vegan version was delicious! My family says they loved the regular version too. I made the vegan version in the microwave and after only 3 minutes of cooking the cheese was bubbling and it was perfect and even better without the milk (the other one is a bit soggy). I also used regular mushrooms blended up with a bit of water since I love them and don’t really buy processed gravy. Next time I’d add more. Lastly, I seasoned quite generously with garlic powder, salt pepper and paprika and it was amazing. Totally adding this recipe to my rotation, thanks a lot.
These are all amazing tips! Thanks for sharing…especially the vegan substitution!
My husband and I eat quinoa based meals at least 4 times a week and Im always looking for clever new ideas and recipies. I made this tonight and we both absolutely loved it! I also added chopped mushroom and garlic to my dish and next time I might add less cheese. Great recipe….thanks! 🙂
I love your love for quinoa! Are you guys meat free or just love quinoa? Glad you liked the recipe, Andrea 😀
I LOVE LOVE LOVE quinoa! I’ve been vegetarian for 8 yrs and my husband will basically eat anything I put in front of him. This was a great dinner and I know we will be making it soon again! Thanks for sharing, I look forward to trying other recipes on your site 🙂
What is your way of cooking the Quinoa?
Silly question but do I cook the quinoa separately first, and then bake it all in? Or bake it all together?
Not silly at all! Yes- cook it first 😀
Thanks! We just finished dinner and the casserole came out great!! Everyone went for seconds!
YAY!!! This is so great to hear 😀 Glad everyone loved it!
How many servings do you think this makes? And would you suggest maybe an 11×7 dish? I’m thinking I may try this for Thanksgiving.
My mom’s tater tot hotdish! It only tastes good when she makes me; I’ve tried and it just isn’t the same!
Oh, yum! Look amazing! I have to say I recently made broccoli and chicken quinoa casserole too and I was blown away with flavours! Pinning!
This sounds SO good!! Thanks for all of the yummy, healthy recipes.
Yum! This looks tasty! My favorite casserole of all time is the Turkey Tetrazzini that my Grandma makes! It sounds funny but it is delicious! Pasta and turkey in a creamy sauce… what’s not to love?!?
o0o0o That sounds legit!
I am going to have to go with broccoli and cheese is my favorite… not even kidding! So this healthy version is right up my ally!!! 🙂 Also I been thinking about a healthier version of Sheppard’s pie… maybe with some sweet potato or cauliflower flower mixed in with real potato… hmmm…
I love shepherd’s pie! Why haven’t I thought of that?! GENIUS.
a little cheese makes everything more delicious!
Haha 🙂 I like your motto.
yum, I might make this tonight. I wonder what I could use in place of mushroom gravy, maybe yogurt or something?
I would maybe replace it with a can of soup…it adds such great flavor
This looks SO good!! I would maybe even add in some tofu or tempeh, and I love your idea of adding beans!
o0o!!! GENIUS.
Yum! I have made a similar dish before, but did not look anywhere near as good as yours! Would make a wonderful side dish I am sure! If not a main! Thanks for sharing!
All my favorite things rolled into one dish! Yum!