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Quinoa and Spinach Bake

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Quinoa and Spinach Bake

(Cooking Time: 20 minutes Preparation Time: 10 minutes Servings: 4)

I have already mentioned the health benefits of quinoa in my past quinoa recipes. This is an exciting recipe with quinoa and spinach which is packed with flavor and healthy ingredients. Try this interesting version of quinoa that is tasty, attractive, and easy.

Quinoa

NUTRITIONAL FACTS

  • Amount per Serving
  • Calories 109.6g
  • Fats: 2 g
  • Cholesterol: 4.3mg
  • Total Carbohydrate: 12.5g
  • Protein: 10.3g
Quinoa and Spinach Bake

INGREDIENTS:

  • ½ pound of quinoa
  • 1 pound of spinach (frozen)
  • 1 tbsp of liquid cream
  • 1 tsp curry powder (be generous)
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 2 tbsp of Salt
  • 1pinch of ground black pepper

DIRECTIONS:

  • Cook the quinoa in boiling water with a little salt for 12 minutes. Drain and reserve in a salad bowl.
  • Mix the spinach with the liquid cream, curry and cumin then heat in a saucepan for a few minutes. The mixture should have a puree consistency.
  • Preheat the oven to 180°C/360°F.
  • Add the salt and pepper.
  • Grease your gratin dish with vegetable oil.
  • Place the quinoa in the first layer.
  • Pour the mashed spinach curry on top.
  • Bake for 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Put it under the oven grill for barely 5 minutes then serve immediately.
  • Enjoy your spinach Quinoa Bake!
Quinoa and Spinach Bake

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