Quinoa and Squash Gratin Recipe

Name: Quinoa and Squash Gratin
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil; 1 medium onion, chopped; Salt to taste; 2 to 3 garlic cloves (to taste), minced; 1 1/2 pounds summer squash, diced; 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves; 1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary; Freshly ground pepper to taste; 3 large eggs; 1 cup cooked quinoa; 1/2 cup grated Gruyere cheese (2 ounces)

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
Salt to taste
2 to 3 garlic cloves (to taste), minced
1 1/2 pounds summer squash, diced
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary
Freshly ground pepper to taste
3 large eggs
1 cup cooked quinoa
1/2 cup grated Gruyere cheese (2 ounces)

1
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
2
Oil a two-quart baking dish or gratin.
3
Heat the olive oil over medium heat in a large, heavy skillet, and add the onion.
4
Cook, stirring, until tender, about five minutes.
5
Add a generous pinch of salt and the garlic.
6
Cook, stirring, until fragrant, 30 seconds to a minute.
7
Add the summer squash, thyme and rosemary.
8
Cook, stirring often, until the squash is tender but not mushy, about 10 minutes.
9
Season to taste with salt and pepper, and remove from the heat.
10
Beat the eggs in a large bowl, and stir in the squash mixture, the cooked quinoa and the cheese.
11
Mix well and season, then scrape into the baking dish.
12
Place in the oven, and bake 35 minutes or until its set and the top is lightly browned.
13
Serve hot, warm or room temperature.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, 1 medium onion, chopped, Salt to taste, 2 to 3 garlic cloves (to taste), minced, and more.

Yes, Quinoa and Squash Gratin falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Quinoa and Squash Gratin

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