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April 29, 2025

Traditional enchiladas break out of their tortilla shells and into a quinoa casserole.

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Quinoa Enchilada Casserole

Ingredients

Servings
0 allergens identified

Instructions

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Preheat the oven to 400°F.
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Bring water to a boil in a small saucepan over high heat. Add the quinoa and return to a boil. Reduce to a low simmer, cover pot, and cook quinoa until tender, 12-15 minutes.
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Place quinoa, enchilada sauce, diced tomatoes with green chilies, corn, black beans, cilantro, cumin, paprika, Monterey jack, mozzarella, salt, and pepper in a large mixing bowl. Stir to combine with a rubber spatula. Transfer to a 9x9-inch baking dish and spread into an even layer.
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Sprinkle the cheeses evenly over top of the casserole.
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Bake the casserole on middle rack of oven until bubbling, 25-30 minutes.
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Check to see that casserole is done. Remove from oven or add time as needed.
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Serve casserole garnished with diced avocado, sour cream, and lime, if desired.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

  • Quinoa Rinse Ritual 🚿
    Always rinse quinoa thoroughly before cooking to remove the natural saponin coating, which can make it taste bitter and prevent perfect absorption of flavors.
  • Liquid Ratio Magic 💧
    Use a 2:1 water to quinoa ratio and add the enchilada sauce for extra flavor depth, ensuring the quinoa cooks perfectly tender and absorbs all the Mexican-inspired seasonings.
  • Cheese Layer Strategy 🧀
    Create two cheese layers - one mixed into the casserole and another as a final top layer - for maximum melty coverage and a beautiful golden-brown crust.
  • Spice Bloom Technique 🌶️
    Toast cumin and paprika in a dry pan for 30 seconds before adding to the dish to unlock their full aromatic potential and intensify the Mexican flavor profile.
  • Fresh Finish Flourish 🥑
    Add fresh cilantro, diced avocado, and a squeeze of lime after baking to brighten the entire dish and add a fresh, zesty contrast to the rich, baked casserole.

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