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Cheesy Zucchini Quinoa Bake

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Creamy, golden-baked quinoa with fresh zucchini and melty cheese, this comforting casserole is both healthy and indulgent—perfect for a cozy dinner or a meal prep option.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 2 cups water or vegetable broth
  • 2 medium zucchinis, grated
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (or vegan cheese)
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan (or nutritional yeast for vegan)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Optional: fresh basil for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Rinse quinoa thoroughly and cook it with water or vegetable broth until fluffy (about 15 minutes).
  3. While quinoa is cooking, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sauté onion and garlic until fragrant.
  4. In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, grated zucchini (squeeze excess water out), sautéed onions and garlic, oregano, salt, pepper, half the mozzarella, and all of the Parmesan.
  5. Transfer the mixture to a lightly greased baking dish.
  6. Top with remaining mozzarella.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.
  8. Let it cool slightly before serving. Garnish with fresh basil if desired.

Notes

  • For a vegan version, use vegan cheese and nutritional yeast.
  • Make sure to squeeze out the excess moisture from the zucchini to avoid a soggy bake.
  • This dish is great for meal prep and reheats well.

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