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Meatless Monday?? Oh, yeah! This Southwest Quinoa and Black Bean Casserole is fast and easy with all the savory flavors you love in tacos.
Tacos are always a favorite on our table and this wholesome, nutritious taco seasoning simmer sauce has a wonderful blend of spices and herbs making it the centerpiece of this casserole. We used a packet of Simply Organic-Southwest Taco Simmer Sauce to create this delicious meatless casserole. This sauce is perfect for simmering meat in and gives it a spicy southwest spin. We definitely recommend using this sauce for a quick and easy meat-based meal, however for this recipe, we went ‘outside the box’ of the simmer sauce instructions to show the versatility of the sauce. The Simmer Sauce flavors the quinoa superbly!
We combined quinoa with the simmer sauce and all those wonderful flavors in the sauce were absorbed into the quinoa grains. Quinoa is a favorite ingredient in our arsenal for quick meals. It is an ancient, high-protein, gluten-free grain. One cup of cooked quinoa provides eight grams of protein and five grams of fiber.
We added nutritious black beans, corn and a generous measured blend of mozzarella and cheddar cheese to the top, then it was baked briefly to heat through and get that cheese all melty and gooey.
Salty Cotija cheese and chopped fresh cilantro was sprinkled on top of the casserole and it was served with avocado slices, salsa, sour cream and fresh lime wedges.
This nutritious and high-protein Southwest Quinoa and Black Bean casserole is perfect for a healthy Meatless Monday, gluten-free or vegetarian meal.
This recipe is sponsored by Simply Organic, a nutritionally conscious company that we are happy to support. Their Southwest Taco Simmer Sauce helps make a quick and easy weeknight meal. Use it for this fast and easy casserole then give it a try with some ground beef for your next taco night. You won’t be disappointed.
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Southwest Quinoa and Black Bean Casserole
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Ingredients
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 3/4 cup rinsed quinoa
- 1 1/2 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 packet Southwest Taco Simmer Sauce
- 1 cup canned or frozen corn, or fresh if you cut it off the cob
- 2 cans black beans
- 2 cups shredded cheese, we blended mozzarella and cheddar
Serve with:
- Cotija cheese
- Salsa
- Sour Cream
- Avocados
- lime
Instructions
- Heat a tablespoon of oil in a medium saucepan then add the chopped onion. Cook until golden. Add the garlic, quinoa, broth, and simmer sauce. Bring the sauce to a boil then reduce the heat to a simmer, cover the saucepan and cook for 15 to 20 minutes until all the liquid is absorbed.
- When the quinoa is almost finished, pre-heat the oven to 375° F.
- Transfer the quinoa to a 8 inch casserole dish. Top with the corn, black beans then the shredded cheese. Place in the oven and bake for 10 to 12 minutes, until the cheese is hot and melted.
- Serve with Cotija cheese, salsa, sour cream, avocado and a squeeze of lime.
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Nutrition
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That oozy cheese has me swooning. Great idea to add a nice taco seasoning – it sounds amazing.
thanks Kate, it’s hard to deny oozy cheese 🙂
Oh my! All the cheesy goodness! I also love using these Simply Organic packets too, so delicious and so convenient!
Thanks Tiffany, don’t we all need a little convenience in our lives!
Quinoa is a healthy ingredient to add to casserole. I love how you got I can see plenty of cheese strands as you lift a spoonful of it.
Thanks Leo, the cheese is irresistible 🙂
This looks so yummy and so delicious, Who doesn’t like Mexican food? A great appetizer for parties.
Thanks, yes it would be great at a party.
That’s one very beautiful casserole and not to mention it’s delicious and packed with healthy protein.
Thanks Angie and I am loving your Upside-down Apricot Einkorn Cake 😉
Meals like these that are easy to make & great to taste, make it to the dining table on a weekday! Always in search of such recipes. thanks for sharing.
Yes I agree, Mondays tend to be our busiest day all week long so fast and easy is so necessary most of the time, thanks for the comment
Quinoa is one of my favorite foods so I can’t wait to try this recipe- It is a perfect weeknight meal!
We think so too Emily, thanks for the comment
This looks delicious. I can’t wait to try it.
thanks Denise
This sounds delicious! I love quinoa baked in a casserole! It’s like rice but healthier!
We love it too Liz, it is so fast and easy to make and tastes great 🙂
This casserole will be much appreciated in the fall. I haven’t seen that brand before; I’ll be on the lookout.
Yes it is a cozy warm casserole, thanks for the comment Rae