"Cheesy" Broccoli & Quinoa Casserole (Vegan)
User Reviews
4.8
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Prep Time
25 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Total Time
55 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
250 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
"Cheesy" Broccoli & Quinoa Casserole (Vegan)
Description
The casserole starts by cooking quinoa in water until tender. Broccoli florets are steamed with onions in coconut oil until fork-tender to soften but retain some texture. Meanwhile, a creamy "cheese" sauce is blended from cooked sweet potato, nutritional yeast, salt, onion powder, chili powder, and water, combining into a smooth and flavorful topping that mimics cheese's savory qualities.
Assembling the casserole involves mixing the quinoa, steamed vegetables, and the sauce, then baking at 350°F until heated through and melded together. This results in a dish with a pleasant creaminess and mild, savory flavor that suits vegan preferences and those avoiding dairy.
Ingredients
For the cheese sauce:
- 1 cup sweet potato cooked, mashed
- 1.5 cups water
- ¼ cup nutritional yeast
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
To assemble:
- 1 cup quinoa rinsed, dry
- 2 cups water
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil
- 1/2 yellow onion , chopped
- 5 cups broccoli florets
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350F. In a small saucepan over high heat, bring the quinoa and water to a boil, then cover and reduce the heat to low for 15 minutes, until the quinoa is tender and the moisture has been absorbed. Fluff with a fork and set aside.
- While the quinoa is cooking, saute the chopped onion in a large saute pan (preferably with a lid) in the coconut oil until tender, about 5 minutes. Add in the broccoli florets and a splash of water to prevent sticking, then cover the pan and allow to steam for about 10 minutes, or until the broccoli is fork-tender.
- To prepare the "cheese" sauce, combine all of the ingredients in a blender and blend until completely smooth and creamy. Keep in mind that this sauce will be diluted over the entire batch of quinoa and broccoli, so it may be on the salty-side to taste.
- If your large saute pan is oven-safe, you can save yourself from cleaning an extra dish by assembling the casserole directly over the sauteed onion and broccoli. Add in the cooked quinoa, then pour over the cheese sauce, and stir to mix well. Adjust any seasonings to taste, then use the back of a large spoon to smooth the top.
- Bake at 350F for 30 minutes, or until bubbly hot! Serve immediately, and store any leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 250 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 250kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 44g | 15% |
| Protein | 11g | 22% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 1236mg | 52% |
| Potassium | 785mg | 17% |
| Fiber | 8g | 32% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 5500IU | 110% |
| Vitamin C | 103.3mg | 115% |
| Calcium | 93mg | 9% |
| Iron | 3.1mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.8
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