Creamy Broccoli Quinoa Bake Recipe

The useful part

1
Heat the oven to 375°F. Rinse the quinoa and simmer it with the broth for 15 minutes; cover and rest for 5 minutes.
2
Steam the broccoli for 4 minutes. Cook the onion in a skillet with 1 tablespoon oil until soft, then add the beans, milk, garlic powder, and salt.
3
Stir in half the cheddar and the cooked quinoa. Fold in the broccoli and spread the mixture into a greased baking dish.
4
Top with the remaining cheddar and breadcrumbs. Bake for 20 minutes until bubbling, then rest for 10 minutes before portioning.

Work with what you have

Easy substitutions

Use the closest swap that fits what you have and how you plan to pack it.

cooked brown rice or farro

Monterey Jack or a dairy-free meltable cheese

Make the next meal easier

Warm extra bake under the broiler or spoon it into a tortilla with salsa.

Cool portions before sealing. Refrigerate what you will eat within 3 days and freeze the rest in dated containers.

Reheat covered in the microwave or oven with a splash of milk until the center is hot.

For cooling, storing, and reheating details, use the USDA references below.