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Easy Black Bean & Quinoa Fiesta Casserole

A nutritious and filling vegetarian casserole made with quinoa, black beans, and enchilada sauce, perfect for quick weeknight dinners and meal prep.

  • Total Time: 60 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 1 can black beans
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1 can enchilada sauce
  • 1 can canned corn
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 jalapeño, diced
  • 2 bell peppers, diced
  • Vegan cheese (or regular cheese, optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F.
  2. Cook the quinoa as per package instructions.
  3. Sauté onion, garlic, and jalapeño until soft.
  4. Add bell peppers and corn to the pan and cook until tender.
  5. In a large mixing bowl, mix the cooked quinoa, black beans, and sautéed vegetables.
  6. Stir in the enchilada sauce until the mixture is coated.
  7. Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and top with cheese.
  8. Bake in the oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Notes

Feel free to customize with additional veggies or adjust spice levels to your preference.

  • Author: mehdilmh
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 10g
  • Protein: 18g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: casserole, vegetarian, meal prep, black beans, quinoa, healthy dinner