Butternut Squash and Quinoa Gratin

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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

Butternut Squash and Quinoa Gratin

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