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Cheesy Broccoli Quinoa Casserole

A meatless & much healthier alternative to regular broccoli casserole!
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Keyword broccoli, casserole, healthy
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 6 people
Calories 417kcal
Author Sheryl

Ingredients

  • 1 C quinoa uncooked
  • 1 head of broccoli cut into florets
  • 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/3 C bread crumbs
  • 3 Tbsp butter separated
  • 2 Tbsp flour
  • 2 C milk
  • 1.5 C cheddar cheese shredded and divided
  • 1/3 C greek yogurt
  • Kosher salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • To make the quinoa: use your instant pot to speed the process. Rinse the quinoa in a mesh strainer for 1 minute or so to remove the film.
  • Add quinoa to instant pot and cover with 1 1/2 C. water. Put the lid on the instant pot and close the valve; set the time for 1 minute (high pressure/manual) and after it beeps, allow 10 minutes for the pressure to release before removing the lid.
  • If you do not have an instant pot, cook the quinoa to the package directions.
  • Place a layer of parchment paper on a rimmed cookie sheet and spread the broccoli in a single layer. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt. Place the rimmed cookie sheet in the oven and roast the broccoli for 10-15 minutes or until soft. Then remove and set aside.
  • Melt the 1 Tbsp butter in the skillet over medium, and add the breadcrumbs - stir until lightly toasted, 2-3 minutes. Put in a bowl and set to the side for later.
  • Melt the 2 Tbsp butter in the skillet over medium heat; whisk in the flour until a thick paste forms, and then gradually add the milk and stir frequently until the sauce thickens up nicely - 4-5 minutes.
  • Stir in the greek yogurt, 1 C. of the cheese, broccoli and quinoa and combine well.
  • Season the mixture with salt and pepper, then pour into a greased baking dish and sprinkle with the remaining 1/2 C. cheese.
  • Sprinkle the toasted bread crumbs atop the casserole dish.
  • Turn the oven down to 350 degrees F, and bake 10-15 minutes or until cheese has melted and bread crumbs on top have browned nicely.

Notes

Optional: For a non-meatless entree, add 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, that have been cooked, seasoned and diced into small pieces.
Adapted from Damn Delicious

Nutrition

Calories: 417kcal | Carbohydrates: 36g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Cholesterol: 49mg | Sodium: 327mg | Potassium: 642mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 1164IU | Vitamin C: 90mg | Calcium: 380mg | Iron: 3mg