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    Home » Recipes

    Easy Mexican Quinoa Individual Mini Casseroles (Oven & Microwave)

    December 14, 2016 *Updated* November 1, 2022 / By: Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy 78 Comments

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    Easy Mexican Quinoa Individual Mini Casseroles make a great dinner any night of the week. Mix everything up in individual mugs, bake or microwave, and dinner is ready. Meatless and gluten-free too!!

    Casseroles are the easiest comfort food recipes. Quinoa is a healthy choice for a meat-free meal. Have you tried my quinoa casserole? A twist on the classic tuna noodle dish.

    If you love burrito bowls, you need to give this vegetarian burrito a try. Made with a hearty quinoa and veggie filling.

    2 mini Mexican casseroles in mugs ready to eat.

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    Everyone seems to be going in different directions. Off to the mall, back to work, kids Christmas concerts. Sometimes we can have dinner together, and sometimes not.

    Does this sound like your house this festive season? I wonder how we ever find time to eat, let alone make dinner. Need a quick and easy dinner option?

    2 meal mugs with before cooking, ingredients in the background.

    When CorningWare asked me to take part in the #MealMug campaign, I got really excited. Coming up with a quick and easy meal that you can make in the oven or microwave would be such fun. Everyone needs some extra time these days.

    Can’t we all just eat together?

    Nope, sometimes that is not possible. These Easy Mexican Quinoa Individual Mini Casseroles are perfect for families with different schedules. They can be made ahead of time. Since they are individual servings, each person can reheat  and eat. Dinner is ready when you are.

    Overhead shot of mini casseroles with grated cheese and corn chips on the side.

    Have you heard of Meal Mugs?

    They are pretty awesome if you ask me. Durable, non-porous stoneware, that is oven, microwave, and freezer safe. They come with their own BPA free vented lid too (don’t put the lid in the oven). Of course dishwasher safe is a must in any busy house.

    Meal Mugs make the perfect vessel for these casseroles. Everything is mixed up in the mugs. Baked in the oven or cooked in the microwave. Make enough to feed a family, or just one if that is all you need.

    Close up shot of Mexican casseroles ready to eat.

    Quinoa is such a great protein to work with. These mini casseroles are meatless and gluten-free too. Seriously it doesn’t get easier than this.

    Rinse your quinoa and place it in the mug. Add water, black beans, corn kernels, salsa, and spices.

    If you are baking these in the oven, cover with foil. Bake for about 40 minutes. Remove from oven and let sit for 5-10 minutes.

    Microwave option is similar. I did reduced the amount of black beans and corn slightly to avoid spill over when cooking. Top with the vented lid and pop in the microwave. (Full directions in the recipe card below).

    Overhead shot of mini casseroles before going into the microwave.

    Ready to eat? Great. Top your little casserole with whatever you like. I sliced some fresh jalapeños along with some grated cheese. Add a bowl of corn chips, a beverage and ENJOY!!

    Still have people on your Christmas list to buy for?

    Meal Mugs would make an awesome Christmas gift. Can be used for whatever you put in a cup or bowl. Coffee, soup, oatmeal, cereal. Perfect for families and individuals alike. A great gift for those college/university students, or how about a practical/useful teacher gift!!

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    Close up shot of Mexican quinoa casserole in a mug, with a spoon in it, ready to eat.

    Whether you are sitting down to enjoy dinner together, or if everybody is running in different directions, these Easy Mexican Quinoa Individual Mini Casseroles fit into everyone’s schedule. Eat when the casseroles are ready, or reheat when you are. ENJOY!!

    Easy Mexican Quinoa Individual Mini Casseroles long pin image.

    If you like quinoa as much as we do, give Quinoa Stuffed Bell Peppers a try. Another great meatless dinner option.

    Easy Mexican Quinoa Individual Mini Casseroles make a great dinner any night of the week. Mix everything up in the individual mugs, bake or microwave. Meatless & gluten-free too. #MealMugs #Sponsored | homemadeandyummy.com

    Easy Mexican Quinoa Individual Mini Casseroles (Oven & Microwave)

    Easy Mexican Quinoa Individual Mini Casseroles make a great dinner any night of the week. Mix everything up in the individual mugs, bake or microwave. Meatless & gluten-free too.
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    Course: Casserole, Easy
    Cuisine: Canadian
    Keyword: Gluten Free Meatless
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 40 minutes
    Total Time: 45 minutes
    Servings: 1
    Author: Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

    Ingredients

    For each Individual Casserole:

    • ⅓ cup quinoa rinsed
    • ⅔ cups water
    • ½ cup salsa
    • ½ cup frozen corn kernels ***use ⅓ cup for microwave cooking***
    • ½ cup black beans *** use ⅓ cup for microwave cooking*** rinsed
    • ½ teaspoons cumin
    • ½ teaspoons smoked paprika
    • Salt & pepper to taste
    • Grated cheese of your choice for garnish
    • Sliced fresh jalapeños for garnish

    Instructions

    Oven Method:

    • Preheat oven to 375º F.
    • Spray the inside of your Meal Mug with cooking spray.
    • Place the rinsed quinoa into the Meal Mug.
    • Add the water, salsa, seasonings, beans and corn.
    • Mix, and cover with foil.
    • Bake in oven for 35-40 minutes.
    • Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes (leave the foil on).
    • Remove foil, and give it a mix.
    • Garnish with your favourite toppings.
    • ENJOY!!

    Microwave Method:

    • Place rinsed quinoa in Meal Mug.
    • Add water, salsa, seasonings, corn and beans NOTE: I have reduced the amount of corn/beans slightly to avoid spill over during cooking.
    • Stir, and place on the Meal Mug vented lid, with the vent OPEN.
    • Cook on HIGH for 3 minutes NOTE: My microwave is 1000 watts, so you may need to adjust your settings.
    • Remove from microwave, remove lid, stir, replace lid.
    • Cook on 80% setting for 2 minutes.
    • Remove from microwave, remove lid, stir, replace lid.
    • Cook on 80% for 3 minutes (watch for spill over at this point).
    • Remove from microwave, close the vent and let rest for 5-6 minutes (liquid needs time to absorb).
    • Remove lid and mix.
    • Garnish with your favourite toppings.
    • ENJOY!!

    Notes

    These casseroles can be made in advance and reheated when you are ready to eat.
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    Comments

    1. Marisa Franca @ All Our Way

      January 28, 2018 at 2:49 pm

      This is a great idea. I really get tired of leftovers and eating the same thing over and over again. Hubby always wants a little something extra along with his meat, veggie and salad. I’m perfectly content with that, although I do like quinoa, especially when it’s seasoned Mexican style. Will be making this soon.

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      • Homemade & Yummy

        January 28, 2018 at 4:32 pm

        These are fun, and having leftover is great for another meal or two as well.

    2. Natalie

      December 23, 2016 at 11:11 pm

      Why have I never heard of a meal mug until now? What a great invention! These little casseroles look so yummy!

      Reply
      • Homemade & Yummy

        December 25, 2016 at 7:08 pm

        So easy and totally delicious.

    3. Sarah James @ Tales From The Kitchen Shed

      December 22, 2016 at 3:36 am

      What a great idea, so fresh and good for you. I would love one of those meal mugs, hope they’re available in the UK soon.

      Reply
      • Homemade & Yummy

        December 22, 2016 at 8:56 am

        They really are neat and handy.

    4. Samantha | My Kitchen Love

      December 21, 2016 at 11:09 pm

      Looks fantastic Gloria! I love the quinoa / black bean action. So yummy!

      Reply
      • Homemade & Yummy

        December 22, 2016 at 8:57 am

        These are so easy and delicious.

    5. Veena

      December 21, 2016 at 4:28 pm

      I love this idea of meal mug Gloria, so simple and easy – can’t wait to try

      Reply
      • Homemade & Yummy

        December 21, 2016 at 6:55 pm

        They are easy and delicious. Perfect for these crazy busy days.

    6. Megan @ MegUnprocessed

      December 21, 2016 at 4:07 pm

      This recipe looks incredible. Can’t wait to make it!

      Reply
      • Homemade & Yummy

        December 21, 2016 at 4:22 pm

        Hope you enjoy it!

    7. Lane & Holly @ With Two Spoons

      December 20, 2016 at 11:59 pm

      These look delicious! I love these flavors!

      Reply
      • Homemade & Yummy

        December 21, 2016 at 10:06 am

        Easy and delicious.

    8. Julia (@Imagelicious)

      December 20, 2016 at 5:16 pm

      I love how everything is cooked right in the mug, even quinoa – so easy! And flavours are delicious!

      Reply
      • Homemade & Yummy

        December 20, 2016 at 9:41 pm

        Yes it makes for a really easy, stress free meal.

    9. Sarah @ The Fit Cookie

      December 20, 2016 at 10:07 am

      I love the idea of meal mugs! It’s nice to make individual meal servings that are easy to re-heat quickly.

      Reply
      • Homemade & Yummy

        December 20, 2016 at 1:46 pm

        Yes these are so easy, delicious and very little clean up. It’s a win all the way around!!

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