Ingredients
Method
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Rinse the quinoa thoroughly under cold water using a fine-mesh strainer.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped red onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Add the diced zucchini and red bell pepper to the skillet. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables begin to soften. Season with salt, pepper, oregano, and basil.
- Stir in the rinsed quinoa, coating it with the olive oil and vegetables. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring everything to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
- After 15 minutes, remove the lid and stir in the fresh spinach, cherry tomatoes, sun-dried tomatoes, and Kalamata olives. The spinach will wilt quickly.
- Drizzle with lemon juice and fold in half of the crumbled feta cheese. Transfer the skillet to your preheated oven or to a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Bake for 20 minutes. Sprinkle the remaining feta cheese on top and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes until the cheese is slightly golden and everything is heated through.
- Remove from the oven and let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
This casserole can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. It also freezes well for up to 3 months.
