Ingredients
1 1/3 c. white quinoa
2 1/3 c. low-sodium chicken broth
Kosher salt
3 large red tomatoes
2 c. fresh spinach, tightly packed
1 tbsp. Italian seasoning
1/2 c. freshly grated Parmesan
2 cloves garlic, minced
Freshly ground black pepper
1 (16-oz.) ball fresh mozzarella
1/4 c. thinly sliced basil, for garnish
Preparation
Step 1Preheat to oven to 400°. Prepare quinoa according to package instructions, using chicken broth. Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt.Step 2Chop one tomato into medium pieces. Into a 9"-x-13" baking dish, combine cooked quinoa, chopped tomato, spinach, Italian seasoning, Parmesan, and garlic, and season with salt and pepper. Spread into an even layer. Step 3 Slice remaining tomatoes, then layer slices with mozzarella on top of the quinoa mixture. Step 4Bake until cheese is melty and slightly golden, 30 minutes. Step 5Garnish with basil before serving.
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