Layered Mexican Quinoa Bake

Jun 05, 2023June 5, 20230 2
Layered Mexican Quinoa Bake
in Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

65 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 cup quinoa
1 cup chicken stock
1 cup water
1 lb lean ground beef
1 small onion , chopped
1 tablespoon garlic , minced
1 package taco seasoning or ( 1 ounce ) package chili seasoning mix
1 can stewed tomatoes
1 can canned corn niblets , drained
1 jar chunky salsa
1 can black beans , rinsed and drained
1 can black olives , sliced
2 cups cheddar cheese , shredded

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6-8
Calories
483
Sugar
7g
Fat
24g
This Layered Mexican Quinoa Bake is a healthy and flavorful twist on a classic taco casserole. It's loaded with protein, fiber, and lots of fresh veggies, making it a well-rounded and satisfying meal. The quinoa replaces traditional rice or noodles, making it a great gluten-free option as well. This dish is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or for meal prep for the week ahead. It's also great for feeding a crowd or for leftovers the next day.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
2.In a large pot, combine the quinoa, chicken stock, and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer until the liquid has been absorbed and the quinoa is tender.
3.Meanwhile, in a skillet, cook the ground beef until browned. Add the onion and garlic and cook until the onion is translucent. Stir in the taco or chili seasoning, canned tomatoes, corn, and salsa. Simmer until heated through.
4.Spread half of the cooked quinoa on the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Top with half of the beef mixture, followed by half of the black beans, half of the olives, and half of the shredded cheese. Repeat with the remaining quinoa, beef, beans, olives, and cheese.
5.Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
6.Serve hot with a dollop of sour cream and chopped fresh cilantro, if desired.

PROS

This Layered Mexican Quinoa Bake is a great way to get lots of protein and fiber in one dish.

It’s also a delicious and easy way to incorporate lots of veggies into your diet.

CONS

This dish does contain ground beef, which can be high in fat and calories.

If you prefer, you could substitute ground turkey or chicken for the beef to make it a bit healthier.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The combination of quinoa, lean ground beef, and black beans makes this dish a great source of protein and fiber.
It also contains lots of veggies like onion, garlic, corn, and salsa, which are all great sources of vitamins and minerals.

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