Vegan Quinoa Broccoli Casserole
Vegan quinoa broccoli casserole. Healthy quinoa casserole made in minutes and without any added fats or oils. Make ahead for a busy weekday dinner.
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 153kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups vegetable stock or water
- 1 pound broccoli florets
- 1/2 cup vegan panko breadcrumbs or whole-wheat breadcrumbs
- 2 cups vegan cheese sauce recipe to follow
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F.
- In a medium-sized stockpot, bring salted water to a boil. Blanch the broccoli quickly (1 minute) and immediately shock in an ice bath.
- In a saucepan, bring the vegetable stock or water to a boil.
- Add the quinoa, stir, cover and reduce heat. Simmer for 15 minutes or until liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat and let stand covered for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
- Pour the cheese sauce in with the quinoa and mix. Scoop the quinoa mixture into a casserole dish. Put the broccoli on top and mix-in lightly.
- Sprinkle the breadcrumbs over the top and bake in the oven for 20 minutes.
Nutrition
Calories: 153kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 2g | Sodium: 376mg | Potassium: 408mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 640IU | Vitamin C: 67.4mg | Calcium: 58mg | Iron: 2.1mg