Published 9/23/2023 This one-pot meal is made completely in one dish. That’s right dump everything into a casserole dish, give it a stir, sprinkle on some cheese and pepperoni and bake. This pizza quinoa casserole is an OG Fit Foodie recipe that we recently retested and re-photographed. It reminds me about why I fell in love with food blogging and that food can be creative and fun!
What You Need for Pizza Quinoa Casserole
The base of this recipe is made with quinoa and marinara sauce. Italian seasoning, garlic, and onion give it a zesty Italian flavor, and then the toppings. We’re all about the toppings! Top with parmesan and mozzarella cheese and then we added pepperoni slices for even more protein.
Pizza Quinoa Casserole Variations
I’ve made this recipe a handful of times for my family, and I love adding in extra veggies right into the quinoa mixture. Mushroom is a winner and you can even do bell pepper. Cheese – feel free to use a pizza blend cheese or swap for any other shredded cheese. Toppings – if you’re not into pepperoni, you can leave those out or swap them for something else such as peppers and onions, mushrooms, olives, or ground sausage.
Storage
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days in the fridge. To reheat: transfer the casserole onto a microwave-safe dish and microwave for around 60 seconds.
Quinoa Casserole Recipes
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Can you freeze this casserole?
Cook the casserole as-directed. Then, tightly cover it and freeze it for up to 3 months.
How to Serve this Casserole
I like to let my casserole sit for about 10 minutes after it comes out of the oven to let everything settle a bit. That way, when you slice it, it keeps its form. Top with fresh or dried oregano and red pepper flakes. Serve this next to a Spring salad mix or a Caesar salad.
