Peruvian Baked Quinoa and Cheese

Jun 08, 2023June 8, 20230 14
Peruvian Baked Quinoa and Cheese - an easy and flavorful dish that is perfect for a filling lunch or light dinner
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Prep

15 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 teaspoons olive oil
1 medium leek , white and pale green parts halved and sliced
1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
1/2 cup diced green bell pepper
1 1/2 cups quinoa , rinsed and drained
2 garlic cloves , minced
2 large eggs
1 cup milk ( Jim suggests that you increase this to 2 cups of milk or it may be too dry )
1 1/2 cups grated cheddar cheese , . jim used 50 50 sharp cheddar & pecorino romano plus more for the top see instructions
1 teaspoon instant chicken bouillon granules ( Jim 's substitution or use salt to taste )
1 tablespoon sesame seeds ( Jim 's addition )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6-8
Calories
430
Sugar
4g
Fat
23g
This dish is a twist on the traditional Peruvian dish of quinoa and cheese, which is typically served as a soup. In this baked version, the quinoa is cooked with flavorful vegetables and topped with extra cheese for a satisfying meal. The dish is perfect for anyone looking for a quick and easy recipe that is both delicious and nutritious. The sesame seeds add a crunchy texture to the quinoa and cheese and complement the nutty flavor of quinoa.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
2.In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add leek, red and green bell peppers and cook for 5 minutes or until tender.
3.Stir in quinoa and garlic and cook for 3 minutes, stirring frequently. Remove from heat.
4.In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk and instant chicken bouillon granules.
5.Add cooked quinoa and cheese to the bowl and stir to combine.
6.Pour mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish and spread evenly. Sprinkle extra grated cheese on top.
7.Bake for 30-40 minutes or until top is golden brown and quinoa is tender.

PROS

This dish is packed with one of the world’s most nutritious foods – quinoa – and combines it with cheesy goodness.
The recipe is simple and easy to follow, making it perfect for busy weeknights.

CONS

While this dish is flavorful, it is high in calories and fat.
It may not be suitable for those on a low-carb or low-fat diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is a great source of protein and fiber due to the quinoa. It is also rich in calcium and vitamin D thanks to the cheese. The dish also contains antioxidants from the red and green peppers.

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