Quinoa Enchilada Casserole Healthy Recipe

Prep:10 min Cook: 30 min Serve: 6

I- Ingredients

  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 10 ounces enchilada sauce
  • 4 1/2 ounces green chiles (drained)
  • 1/2 cup corn kernels (frozen, canned or roasted)
  • 1/2 cup canned black beans (drained and rinsed)
  • 2 Tbsp cilantro leaves (chopped fresh)
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder
  • kosher salt
  • freshly ground black pepper
  • 3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese (divided)
  • 3/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (divided)
  • 1 avocado (halved, seeded, peeled and diced)
  • 1 roma tomato (diced)

II- Directions

  1. In a large saucepan of 2 cups water, cook quinoa according to package instructions; set aside.
  2. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
  3. Lightly oil an 8×8 or 2 quart baking dish or coat with nonstick spray.
  4. In a large bowl, combine quinoa, enchilada sauce, green chiles, corn, black beans, cilantro, cumin and chili powder; season with salt and pepper, to taste.
  5. Stir in 1/2 cup cheddar cheese and 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese.
  6. Spread quinoa mixture into the prepared baking dish.
  7. Top with remaining cheeses.
  8. Place into oven and bake until bubbly and cheeses have melted, about 15 minutes.
  9. Serve immediately, garnished with avocado and tomato, if desired.

III- Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1/6th of recipe

  • 285 Calories;
  • Fat: 13.6g;
  • Saturated fat: 5.3g;
  • Cholesterol: 23.5mg;
  • Carbs: 29.2g;
  • Fiber: 6g;
  • Sugar: 1.4g;
  • Protein: 13.2g.

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