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Butternut Squash and Quinoa Gratin
This Butternut Squash and Quinoa Gratin is a delicious, wholesome, and easy-to-make dish that brings together the natural sweetness of butternut squash and the nutty, protein-rich goodness of quinoa. Baked to perfection with a golden, cheesy crust, this gratin is both comforting and nutritious. With minimal prep and just one ovenproof skillet needed, it's a fuss-free meal that requires almost no cleanup. Perfect as a vegetarian main course or a hearty side dish, this recipe is ideal for cozy dinners or meal prep for the week!
Main Ingredients
1 medium-sized butternut squash
200 g quinoa
1 onion
2 cloves garlic
200 ml vegetable broth
100 g grated cheese (such as Gruyère or cheddar)
2 tablespoons of olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
1
Preparation: Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Peel and dice the butternut squash into small cubes. Rinse the quinoa under cold water.
2
Sautéing: In a large ovenproof skillet or casserole dish, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic, cooking until translucent.
3
Combining Ingredients: Add the diced butternut squash to the skillet, cooking for about 5 minutes. Stir in the rinsed quinoa, ensuring it's well mixed with the vegetables
4
Adding Broth: Pour in the vegetable broth, season with salt and pepper, and bring the mixture to a simmer.
5
Baking: Sprinkle the grated cheese evenly over the top. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden and the squash is tender
6
Serving: Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your meal directly from the skillet, reducing the number of dishes used.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
1 medium-sized butternut squash
200 g quinoa
1 onion
2 cloves garlic
200 ml vegetable broth
100 g grated cheese (such as Gruyère or cheddar)
2 tablespoons of olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
Directions
1
Preparation: Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Peel and dice the butternut squash into small cubes. Rinse the quinoa under cold water.
2
Sautéing: In a large ovenproof skillet or casserole dish, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic, cooking until translucent.
3
Combining Ingredients: Add the diced butternut squash to the skillet, cooking for about 5 minutes. Stir in the rinsed quinoa, ensuring it's well mixed with the vegetables
4
Adding Broth: Pour in the vegetable broth, season with salt and pepper, and bring the mixture to a simmer.
5
Baking: Sprinkle the grated cheese evenly over the top. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden and the squash is tender
6
Serving: Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your meal directly from the skillet, reducing the number of dishes used.
Notes
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