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Vegetarian Butternut Squash Quinoa Casserole

Comforting Vegetarian Butternut Squash Quinoa Casserole Bliss

Delight in this Vegetarian Butternut Squash Quinoa Casserole, a nutritious and comforting dish perfect for family dinners or festive gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 medium Butternut Squash fresh, pre-chopped, or frozen
  • 1 cup Quinoa white or red
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil for roasting
  • 2 medium Shallots or substitute with red onion
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Sage or ½ tsp dried sage
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 2 cups Vegetable or Chicken Broth based on dietary preference
  • 1 teaspoon Sea Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper optional
  • 2 large Eggs leave out for vegan version
  • 1 cup Milk or any plant-based milk
  • 1 cup Gruyere or Vegan Cheese grated

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Medium-sized pan
  • Oven-safe baking dish
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Spread the diced butternut squash on a baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil. Season with salt and black pepper and roast for 15 minutes.
  3. Heat a splash of olive oil in a medium-sized pan over medium heat. Add the minced shallots and fresh sage, cooking for about 8 minutes until translucent. Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
  4. Mix the roasted butternut squash into the pan with the sautéed shallots and garlic. Stir in rinsed quinoa and pour in broth. Season with salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper. Simmer covered for 25 minutes until quinoa is fluffy.
  5. Transfer the mixture to an oven-safe baking dish. In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs and milk. Pour over the quinoa and butternut squash mixture, then top with grated cheese.
  6. Bake for 30 minutes. Optionally broil for an additional 2 minutes for a crispy top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 12gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 6gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This casserole can be prepared ahead, and it's perfect for gatherings with customizable options.

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