Quinoa Fiesta Enchilada Bake
Introducing the Quinoa Fiesta Enchilada Bake, a vibrant dish featuring a delightful blend of quinoa, black beans, sweet corn, fresh cilantro, and zesty green chiles. This flavorful medley is generously topped with a speedy homemade enchilada sauce and a rich layer of cheese that melts to perfection!
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Ingredients
- 1/2 tsp olive oil
- 1 8 oz can tomato sauce
- 2 cups reduced-sodium chicken or vegetable broth*
- 1 1/2 teaspoons cumin
- 1 tbsp chipotle en adobo sauce
- kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 1 4 oz can diced green chiles
- 3/4 cup canned black beans
- 3/4 cup fresh or frozen thawed corn
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 1/2 cups part-skim shredded Mexican cheese blend
- 1 medium
- 2 tbsp chopped scallions
- * For gluten-free be sure to check the labels.
- cooking spray
- 1 1/4 cups quinoa
- 1 clove crushed garlic
Instructions
- 1
Begin by preheating your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 2
Give a light coating of oil to a 9 x 12-inch baking dish using a spray.
- 3
In a medium saucepan, prepare the quinoa by cooking it with 1 3/4 cups of broth, following the instructions on the package. Once it's done, use a fork to fluff it up and set aside.
- 4
While the quinoa is cooking, warm the oil in a small saucepan over medium-low heat. Introduce the minced garlic and sauté until it turns golden brown, approximately 1 to 2 minutes. Next, stir in the tomato sauce, 1/4 teaspoon of kosher salt, cumin, 1/4 cup of broth, and the chipotle en adobo. If the mixture appears too thick, add 2 tablespoons of water to achieve a smoother consistency. Bring this to a boil and allow it to simmer for about 3 to 4 minutes.
- 5
In a large mixing bowl, combine the fluffy quinoa with green chiles, corn, black beans, and 1/4 cup of cilantro. Fold in 1/2 cup of cheese and mix everything thoroughly. Transfer this mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly. Pour the enchilada sauce over the top and sprinkle with the remaining cheese.
- 6
Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven until everything is heated through and the cheese has melted, which should take about 20 to 25 minutes.
- 7
For serving, garnish with slices of avocado, chopped scallions, and the remaining fresh cilantro. Slice into 6 portions and enjoy immediately.