DESCRIPTION
Delicious and with a big protein punch, this vegetarian quinoa bake is a favorite for meatless dinners.
Ingredients
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- 30 oz. cauliflower florets
- 2 Tbsp. olive oil
- 1 tsp. salt
- 1/2 tsp. dry oregano
- 1/2 tsp. dry basil
- 1/4 tsp. black pepper
- 1 cup uncooked quinoa, well-rinsed
- 30 oz. tomato sauce (no sodium, add salt to taste)
- 8 oz. shredded mozzarella, divided
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- In a 13 x 9-inch pan combine cauliflower, olive oil, salt, oregano, basil, and black pepper. Toss and roast until cauliflower is lightly browned in spots, about 20 minutes.
- Meanwhile, cook quinoa according to package directions (will yield about 3 cups cooked). Drain if needed and fluff with a fork. Transfer it to a medium bowl and add the tomato sauce, 4 ounces of the cheese and salt to taste (if desired).
- Remove the cauliflower from the oven and add the quinoa mixture to it. Stir. Top with remaining cheese.
- Bake until cheese is melted and tomato sauce is bubbly, 15-20 minutes.
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