Delight your taste buds with our Ratatouille Quinoa Casserole – a perfect blend of flavors and textures that will leave you craving more. This healthy and hearty casserole is a delightful twist on the classic Ratatouille, combining the goodness of quinoa for a wholesome meal experience.

Ratatouille Quinoa Casserole

Ingredients

• 1 cup quinoa, rinsed and drained
• 1 eggplant, diced
• 1 zucchini, sliced
• 1 yellow bell pepper, chopped
• 1 red onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
• 1/4 cup tomato paste
• 2 teaspoons dried oregano
• 2 teaspoons dried basil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• Fresh basil leaves for garnish

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Rinse the quinoa under cold water and cook according to package instructions.
3. In a large skillet, sauté the onion and garlic until fragrant and translucent.
4. Add the eggplant, zucchini, and bell pepper. Cook until the vegetables are tender.
5. Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes.
6. Combine the cooked quinoa with the vegetable mixture.
7. Transfer the mixture to a casserole dish and top with shredded mozzarella.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
9. Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.

Total Time: 45 minutes

Yield: 6 servings

Nutritional Information (per serving): Calories 320, Fat 12g, Carbohydrates 42g, Protein 14g