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Looking for a fresh twist on a classic dish? Try my Caprese Quinoa Bake recipe! This wholesome and nutritious dish takes the traditional flavors of a Caprese salad and combines them with protein-packed quinoa for a guilt-free meal that's bursting with flavor.

Imagine layers of juicy tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, fragrant basil, and nutty quinoa all baked together to perfection. Each bite is like a taste of summer in your mouth! Not only is this dish delicious, but it's also packed with nutrients to fuel your body and keep you satisfied.

Whether you're looking for a satisfying weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing dish to bring to your next potluck, this Caprese Quinoa Bake is sure to be a hit. Give it a try and see how easy it is to turn a simple dish into something extraordinary!

Caprese Quinoa Bake

Yield: 6

Author: The Skinny Fork (Amanda Plott)

Prep time: 10 MinCook time: 15 MinTotal time: 25 Min

This wholesome and nutritious dish takes the traditional flavors of a Caprese salad and combines them with protein-packed quinoa for a guilt-free meal that's bursting with flavor.

Ingredients

1 C. Marinara Sauce
2 Tbsp. Tomato Paste
1/3 C. Heavy Cream
1/3 C. Shredded Parmesan Cheese
1/2 Tsp. Crushed Red Pepper Flakes
2 C. Cooked Quinoa
1 C. Fat Free Mozzarella
3/4 C. Grape Tomatoes, Halved
1 Bunch Fresh Basil, Cut into Ribbons
Salt & Pepper to Taste

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. and lightly coat the inside of an 8x8" or 9x9" baking dish with non-stick spray; set aside.
Heat the 1 C. Marinara Sauce and 2 Tbsp. Tomato Paste in a medium saucepan.
Once warm, stir in the 1/3 C. Heavy Cream, 1/3 C. Shredded Parmesan Cheese, 1/2 Tsp. Crushed Red Pepper Flakes, salt & pepper to taste.
Remove from the heat and fold in the 2 C. Cooked Quinoa, 1/2 C. of the Fat Free Mozzarella, 1/2 C. of the Grape Tomatoes, and half of the Fresh Basil.
Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and top with the remaining 1/2 C. of the Fat Free Mozzarella, and the remaining half of the Grape Tomatoes.
Place the dish into the oven and bake for 15 minutes. Then turn on the broiler and broil for a minute or two.
Once done, remove from the oven and top with the remaining half of the Fresh Basil and any balsamic reduction if desired to enjoy right away!

Recommended Products

Rao's Homemade Marinara Sauce

BetterBody Foods Organic Quinoa

Amazon Fresh, Tomato Paste

Nutrition Facts

Calories

185.6

Fat (grams)

7.59 g

Sat. Fat (grams)

4.13 g

Carbs (grams)

18.38 g

Fiber (grams)

3.2 g

Net carbs

15.16 g

Sugar (grams)

3.86 g

Protein (grams)

11.98 g

Sodium (milligrams)

508.51 mg

Cholesterol (grams)

22.11 mg

Nutritional Claims: Vegetarian • Pescatarian • Gluten Free • Wheat Free • Egg Free • Peanut Free • Tree Nut Free • Soy Free • Fish Free • Shellfish Free • Pork Free • Red Meat Free • Crustacean Free • Celery Free • Mustard Free • Sesame Free • Lupine Free • Mollusk Free • Alcohol Free • No Sugar Added • Sulphite Free • Kosher