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Broccoli and Cheddar Quinoa Gratin
Broccoli and Cheddar Quinoa Gratin
Broccoli and Cheddar Quinoa Gratin is a delicious dish made with cooked quinoa, steamed broccoli, creamy cheddar cheese sauce, and a crunchy breadcrumb topping. It’s a wholesome and flavorful way to enjoy the goodness of quinoa and vegetables in a gratin-style casserole.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 medium onion diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup quinoa rinsed and drained
- 1 tablespoon dried dill
- 2 cup vegetable broth
- 3 cup broccoli florets
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup white cheddar shredded
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons butter melted
- 3 tablespoons parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
- Sea salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400° F. Lightly grease a baking dish with vegetable oil.
- While oven is preheating, add olive oil to a medium size pot and heat over medium heat. When oil is hot, add onion and garlic. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables become slightly soft and fragrant, approximately 4-5 minutes.
- Add quinoa and dried dill, mix well. Toast the quinoa for 2-3 minutes.
- Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Once boiling, immediately reduce the heat to medium-low and cover with a lid. Let the quinoa simmer for 12 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to sit, covered, for another 5 minutes.
- Uncover and add broccoli florets. Mix well.
- Add heavy cream and white cheddar. Stir until cheese has melted and mixture is nice and creamy. Taste and adjust seasonings if required.
- Pour the quinoa mixture into the prepared casserole dish and set aside.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the breadcrumbs, butter, and parmesan, Sprinkle the mixture over the casserole and bake until golden brown and bubbly, approximately 10-15 minutes.
- Sprinkle with fresh parsley. Enjoy!
Disclaimer
Some parts of recipe maybe AI-generated.
Nutrition
Calories: 511kcal (26%)Carbohydrates: 42g (14%)Protein: 21g (42%)Fat: 30g (46%)Saturated Fat: 15g (94%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 70mg (23%)Sodium: 904mg (39%)Potassium: 608mg (17%)Fiber: 6g (25%)Sugar: 5g (6%)Vitamin A: 1832IU (37%)Vitamin C: 69mg (84%)Calcium: 437mg (44%)Iron: 3mg (17%)
Disclaimer
Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.
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