Mexican Quinoa Casserole Recipe

A vibrant and healthy twist on classic comfort food! This Mexican Quinoa Casserole is a delicious, mostly hands-off recipe perfect for a weeknight meal. Packed with protein-rich quinoa, savory ground beef, and zesty taco flavors, it's a satisfying and nutritious alternative to traditional pasta casseroles. Get ready to impress your family with this easy-to-make superfood sensation!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 75 mins
Calories 431.7 kcal
Protein 44g
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Ingredients for Mexican Quinoa Casserole

  • Diced Tomatoes
  • 15 oz can black beans (rinsed and drained)
  • 15 oz can corn (drained)
  • Jalapeno
  • 1 cup salsa
  • Broth
  • 1.5 cups quinoa (rinsed)
  • 97% Lean Ground Beef
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • sour cream (optional)
  • chopped cilantro (optional)
  • Lime

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How to Make Mexican Quinoa Casserole

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine the diced tomatoes (14.5 oz can, undrained), black beans (15 oz can, rinsed and drained), corn (15 oz can, drained), salsa (1 cup), chili powder (2 tbsp), cumin (1 tbsp), and quinoa (1.5 cups, rinsed).
  3. Pour the mixture into a greased 2-quart baking dish and cover with foil.
  4. Bake for 30 minutes.
  5. Meanwhile, in a skillet, brown the ground beef (1 lb) over medium-high heat. Drain off any excess grease.
  6. Stir in taco seasoning (1 packet) and water (1/2 cup). Simmer until the water has evaporated.
  7. Remove the quinoa mixture from the oven after 30 minutes, stir gently, and replace the foil.
  8. Bake for another 30 minutes.
  9. Remove from oven and fluff the quinoa mixture with a fork.
  10. Stir in the cooked ground beef.
  11. Top with shredded cheddar cheese (1 cup).
  12. Broil for 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  13. Serve immediately. Garnish with sour cream, chopped cilantro, and a squeeze of lime juice, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

18 g

Sugar

22g

Fat

32g

Carbs

19g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Mexican Quinoa Casserole?

Mexican Quinoa Casserole takes about 95 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 75 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Mexican Quinoa Casserole?

Mexican Quinoa Casserole has approximately 431.7 calories per serving, with about 44 g protein, 19 g carbohydrates and 20 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Mexican Quinoa Casserole?

The key ingredients for Mexican Quinoa Casserole are Diced Tomatoes, Black Beans, Corn, Jalapeno, Salsa, Broth. See the full list with measurements above.

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