Quinoa Brunch Casserole
Tools Required:8×8-inch baking dish, knife and cutting board, measuring cups and spoons, colander, grater, large bowl
Servings Prep Time
4-6people 15minutes
Cook Time Passive Time
45minutes 10minutes
Difficulty Cost
Moderate Moderate
Servings Prep Time
4-6people 15minutes
Cook Time Passive Time
45minutes 10minutes
Difficulty Cost
Moderate Moderate
Garnish: (optional)
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Spray oil into baking dish.
  2. Use leftover quinoa, or cook some now according to package instructions (or follow our recipe for Basic Quinoa).
  3. Drain and rinse beans in a colander.
  4. Break eggs into a large bowl and beat lightly with a whisk (or fork).
  5. Finely chop* onion and cilantro, then mince* chipotle pepper, adding each to the eggs as you finish.
  6. Stir in quinoa, beans, tomatoes (with their juices), cumin, and salt.
  7. Grate cheese and stir in half. Pour mixture into baking dish. Sprinkle remaining cheese on top.
  8. Bake (uncovered) 45 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand at least 10 minutes.
  9. Cut into four or six pieces. Garnish with avocado slices if desired.