High-Protein Casserole
A comforting and nutritious high-protein casserole perfect for family meals, loaded with lean meat and vibrant vegetables.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: High Protein
Ingredients
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- 1 lb lean ground turkey or chicken
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 cup corn, frozen or canned
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheese (optional)
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Brown the meat in a large skillet over medium heat until it’s browned.
- Sauté the onion and garlic until softened.
- Combine black beans, quinoa, vegetable broth, diced tomatoes, corn, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
- Simmer for about 15-20 minutes until quinoa is cooked and liquid is absorbed.
- Transfer the mixture into a casserole dish.
- Top with cheese if using.
- Bake for 20 minutes until heated through.
- Garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
Pairs well with a green salad or freshly baked bread. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for quick meals.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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