I’ve been on a fiesta theme. So lately, I promise there will be other savoury fall recipes that don’t involve beans coming your way, like this Gratifying Enchilada Quinoa Casserole recipe I love to make.
Quinoa is a superfood, and it is better than brown rice or whole wheat pasta. It bulks up on protein, iron, magnesium, and low-gluten content for celiacs and gluten-phobics. It took me so many tries over the years to learn how to cook it properly, but now I’ve got the hang of it! Practice makes perfect, so don’t give up, little one. I love putting it in most of my recipes like this Enchilada Quinoa Casserole.
Gratifying Enchilada Quinoa Casserole
This gratifying recipe for enchilada quinoa casserole is a must-try of you love Mexican cuisine. This is a much healthier alternative you will love.
Ingredients
2 cups ground beef (minced beef)
2 ½ cups quinoa - rinsed
1 can black beans - drained
1 can corn kernels - drained- 1 can green chillies
1 medium red onion - diced
1 medium yellow bell peppers (yellow capsicum) - diced
1 medium red pepper (red capsicum) - diced
4 medium tomato - diced with juice- 19 ounces enchilada sauce
1 cup water
1 teaspoon cumin- 1 teaspoon chilli powder
2 cloves garlic - minced
1 pinch salt
1 pinch ground black pepper- ¼ cup fresh cilantro - chopped
½ cup cheddar cheese - shredded
Instructions
- Put all of the listed ingredients into your crockpot and stir well.
- Cook on low for 8 hours or on high for 3 1/2 hours. Try not to open the lid during this time, so the quinoa is uninterrupted while it’s cooking.
- When complete, add your cheese or Daiya and cilantro. Stir well
- Garnish with fresh lime juice and green onion.
Nutrition
Calories: 951kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 51gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 91mgSodium: 1730mgPotassium: 1728mgFiber: 21gSugar: 17gVitamin A: 3297IUVitamin C: 125mgCalcium: 220mgIron: 11mg
How did this recipe turn out for you?We’re eager to hear your thoughts!
