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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!
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Quinoa Broccoli and Cheese Casserole

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!
Prep 10 minutes
Cook 45 minutes
Total 55 minutes
Fat 22
Carbs 39
Protein 29
Yield 4

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.

Nutrition Facts

Calories: 480kcal | Carbohydrates: 39g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 22g | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 6g