Caprese Quinoa and Turkey Meatball Casserole
- 8 Servings
- 10 mins Prep Time
- 50 mins Total Time
Ingredients
- 2 packages Fully Cooked Italian Style Turkey Meatballs
- 2 cups uncooked quinoa (rinse well with water)
- 1 16-ounce jar spaghetti sauce
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- Handful of basil, thinly sliced
Serving Size | 2 meatballs and about 3/4 cup quinoa |
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Amount Per Serving | |
Calories | 470 |
Calories from Fat | |
% Daily Value* | |
Total Fat 21g | 27% |
Saturated Fat 8g | 40% |
Trans Fat | |
Cholesterol 105mg | 35% |
Sodium 1030mg | 45% |
Total Carbohydrates 37g | 13% |
Dietary Fiber 4g | 14% |
Sugars 6g | |
Protein 31g | |
Vitamin D
0%
Calcium
30%
Iron
20%
Potassium
6%
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*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. This is a representation of the nutrition label. The actual nutrition label on the product may vary slightly. |
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Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F degrees. -
Step 2
Begin by rinsing your quinoa thoroughly. -
Step 3
In a greased 9x13 pan, add the rinsed quinoa to the bottom of the pan. -
Step 4
In a sauce pan, heat the spaghetti sauce and chicken broth until hot. Remove from the stovetop and pour the liquid over the quinoa, until it is fully covered. -
Step 5
Place meatballs on top of the quinoa and finish with thin slices of mozzarella (you can put them over the meatball or just dabble on top of the dish). -
Step 6
Cover the dish tightly with foil and bake for 35-40 minutes. During the last 5-10 minutes, remove the foil to melt the cheese fully. -
Step 7
While the dish is baking, pour balsamic vinegar into a small saucepan. Turn heat to medium high and bring vinegar to a boil. -
Step 8
Once boiling, reduce to simmer and let simmer for about 10 minutes until vinegar has reduced down. Stir occasionally. When it begins to coat the back of a spoon, you will know that it is fully reduced. Set aside to cool while the casserole bakes. -
Step 9
Cook until the meat reaches an internal temperature of 165°F using a meat thermometer. -
Step 10
Once your dish is done baking, garnish with thinly sliced basil and your balsamic reduction.
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