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Healthy Quinoa Lentil Spinach Bake

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A nutritious and hearty bake combining quinoa, lentils, and fresh spinach, perfect for meal prepping or serving at gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 2 cups vegetable broth (or water)
  • 1 cup green or brown lentils
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 6 cups fresh baby spinach
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon coriander
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (optional)
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
  • 1/2 cup grated Gruyere cheese (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast (for dairy-free option)

Instructions

  1. Rinse the quinoa thoroughly under cold water in a fine-mesh sieve until the water runs clear.
  2. Cook the quinoa according to package instructions, using 1 part quinoa to 2 parts vegetable broth or water.
  3. Prepare the lentils by cooking them in vegetable broth until tender, about 20-25 minutes.
  4. Sauté the onion and garlic in a skillet with olive oil, then add spinach in batches until wilted.
  5. Caramelize the onions until translucent, then add garlic and cook until fragrant.
  6. Combine the quinoa, lentils, spinach, onions, and spices in a large mixing bowl.
  7. Stir in the eggs and cheese or nutritional yeast, if using.
  8. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and prepare a baking dish.
  9. Add toppings like mozzarella or other cheeses if desired.
  10. Bake for 25-30 minutes until heated through and golden brown on top.
  11. Rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

Perfect for meal prep and can be easily customized with different vegetables or spices.

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