Spinach and Artichoke Quinoa Bake

Spinach and Artichoke Quinoa Bake

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Spinach and Artichoke Quinoa Bake – the creamy, cheesy flavors of spinach and artichoke dip are combined with nutty quinoa in this delicious baked quinoa dish.

Spinach and Artichoke Quinoa Bake

I love quinoa, it is packed full of protein and fiber, and has a wonderful nutty flavor. I’ve shared many of my favorite quinoa recipes here including Asian Quinoa Salad, Curried Quinoa and Chickpea Salad with Carrots, Apples & Raisins and Greek Quinoa Salad.

Today, I have a new, baked quinoa recipe to share, this creamy and delicious Spinach and Artichoke Quinoa Bake.


Spinach and Artichoke Quinoa Bake

Flavors of Spinach and Artichoke Dip

I love spinach and artichoke dip and wanted to incorporate the flavors of the dip into a dish that could be served as a main course or side dish. I thought the nutty flavor of quinoa would be a nice pairing to the flavors of the dip and they do indeed go so well together in this delicious Spinach and Artichoke Quinoa Bake.

This Spinach and Artichoke Quinoa Bake is easy to make. First, cook the quinoa according to package directions. While the quinoa is cooking, sauté onions and garlic in a large pot and add in fresh baby spinach, stirring to cook down, and chopped artichoke hearts. Then make a creamy cheese sauce; in a sauce pan, whisk together butter and flour, then whisk in milk, cream cheese, and a shredded blend of Italian cheeses.

Add the cooked quinoa to the large pot with the spinach and artichoke mixture. Pour the cheese sauce into the large pot and add in some more of the shredded blend of Italian cheeses. Stir the mixture to combine, then transfer to a baking dish and sprinkle some more of the shredded cheese on top. Bake in the oven until heated through and the top begins to turn a golden brown.

Spinach and Artichoke Quinoa Bake

This, creamy, cheesy Spinach and Artichoke Quinoa Bake is wonderful on it’s own, I served it for dinner, and enjoyed the leftovers for lunch.

This delicious quinoa bake would also be a great side dish to a variety of entrees or to take to a barbeque or potluck.

Do you have a favorite quinoa recipe?  Please let me know in the comments below!

 

Spinach and Artichoke Quinoa Bake - the creamy, cheesy flavors of spinach and artichoke dip are combined with nutty quinoa in this delicious baked quinoa dish.

23 Comments

  1. […] I’ve frequently mentioned my love of quinoa. Quinoa is a complete protein, meaning it contains all eight essential amino acids, and I love it’s nutty taste and versatility. Quinoa is wonderful in salads such as Greek Quinoa Salad and Asian Quinoa Salad as well as baked dishes such as Spinach and Artichoke Quinoa Bake. […]

  2. Yum! I bet the nutty flavor of the quinoa goes great with the artichoke & spinach. I would love to have this for lunch.

  3. We also loooooooove quinoa, and this dish looks sooooo tasty!
    Quinoa with spinach + cheese – definitely for us

    • Thanks, it is so delicious, and you definitely should give artichokes a try, they are really good!

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