Quinoa Harvest Casserole (Gerd-friendly)

By pikassob

“Harvest” makes you think of the Fall, and who wants to think of that when Summer has just begun. But I couldn’t wait to share this recipe with you – it is delicious! It also has a secret ingredient, that you’d never guess… You don't taste the orange in this recipe, it justs helps to mellow the flavor of the garlic. Full of hearty veggies, this can be served as a side dish or a vegetarian meal.

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup quinoa
• 1/4 cup brown rice
• 1/2 onion, diced
• 1 garlic, minced
• 1 cup carrot, finely diced
• 1 cup butternut squash, peeled & finely diced
• 1 1/2 cups GF vegetable stock
• 1 tsp poultry seasoning
• Juice from 1 orange (1/2 cup) + 1 tsp zest
• 2 Tbsp parsley

Preparation

Step 1

Over medium-high heat, toast the rice and quinoa together in a large skillet for about 8 minutes (shake pan often). Set aside.

In 1 tablespoon oil, saute onions until soft, then add in remaning ingredients except orange zest. Mix well then pour into baking dish, then cover and bake at 375°F for 45-50min or until veggies are soft. Remove from oven and gently stir in orange zest, then season with salt and pepper to taste.