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    Home » Recipes » Casseroles & One Pot Meals

    Mini Mexican Quinoa Casseroles (Oven & Microwave)

    Published: December 18, 2023 / By: Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy 86 Comments

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    Mini Mexican Quinoa 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.

    Mexican quinoa mini casseroles.Pin

    Easy one-pot Mexican quinoa is just what you need for busy weeknights. Quick and flavourful personal-sized casseroles packed with protein and a symphony of textures and spices.

    If you love burrito bowls, you need to give this vegetarian burrito a try. Are you a lasagna lover? This meatless Mexican lasagna is easy to make and so delicious.

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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.

    These tiny and tasty vegetarian 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.

    Individual Mexican flavoured quinoa casseroles.Pin

    One-Pot Mexican Quinoa Ingredients

    Easy to find ingredients that most people have in their pantry and freezer.

    • Quinoa
    • Water
    • Salsa
    • Frozen corn
    • Black beans
    • Cheese
    • Spices (cumin, paprika, salt and pepper)
    • Jalapenos (optional)

    Preparing Mini Mexican Quinoa Casseroles

    These can be made in the oven, or microwave. Full instructions are in the recipe card.

    Individual Mexican casseroles made with quinoa.Pin

    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.

    The microwave option is similar. I did reduce the amount of black beans and corn slightly to avoid spillover when cooking.

    Top your little casserole with whatever you like. I sliced some fresh jalapeños along with some grated cheese.

    One dish quinoa casserole with Mexican flair.Pin

    Suggestions/Recipe Tips

    • These can be made ahead of time and reheated in the oven or microwave.
    • Switch up the spice blend, and use any kind of cheese that you like.
    • Use a large oversized mug, it makes the perfect individual casserole portion.
    • Black beans can be swapped out for kidney beans or even chickpeas.
    • Crushed-up corn chips are a great garnish.
    • Need a side dish? Try these guacamole cups.

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    Does Quinoa Taste Like Rice?

    It has a similar taste to brown rice, slightly nutty, but the texture is much more delicate. Perfect for easy meatless dinner options, and budget-friendly too.

    If you like easy quinoa recipes as much as we do, give these a try:

    • Quinoa Stuffed Bell Peppers
    • Quinoa Sushi Salad
    • Blueberry Breakfast Bowls
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    Mexican quinoa mini casseroles.

    Easy Mexican Quinoa Mini Casseroles

    Mexican Quinoa Casseroles are perfect for any night of the week. Made in the oven or micorwave. Meatless and gluten-free.
    5 from 28 votes
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    Course: Main Dish
    Cuisine: Canadian
    Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 40 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 45 minutes minutes
    Servings: 1 serving
    Calories: 517kcal
    Author: Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

    Ingredients

    For each Individual Casserole:

    • ⅓ cup quinoa rinsed
    • ⅔ cup water
    • ½ cup salsa
    • ½ cup frozen corn kernels ***use ⅓ cup for microwave cooking***
    • ½ cup black beans rinsed *** use ⅓ cup for microwave cooking***
    • ½ teaspoon cumin
    • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
    • Salt & pepper to taste
    • 2 tablespoons Grated cheese for garnish
    • Sliced fresh jalapeños for garnish
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    Instructions

    Oven Method:

    • Preheat oven to 375º F.
    • Spray the inside of your mug/bowl with cooking spray.
    • Place the rinsed quinoa into the bowl/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.

    Microwave Method:

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

    Nutrition Information

    Calories: 517kcal | Carbohydrates: 86g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 17mg | Sodium: 982mg | Potassium: 1256mg | Fiber: 17g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 1316IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 226mg | Iron: 6mg

    Notes

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

    1. swathi iyer

      December 23, 2023 at 3:37 pm

      This is delicious I tried yesterday night, my kids who is picky also enjoyed it.

      Reply
      • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

        December 24, 2023 at 10:22 am

        Glad you and your family enjoyed these tasty guacamole cups.

    2. Leslie

      December 21, 2023 at 11:35 am

      I love that this recipe is packed with protein. I also appreciate your tip of adding crushed up corn chips for garnish…great idea!

      Reply
      • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

        December 21, 2023 at 1:14 pm

        You are welcome, and I hope you give this recipe a try soon. Happy Holidays!!

    3. Melinda

      December 21, 2023 at 9:38 am

      What a fun way to serve dinner! These quinoa casseroles are tiny and tasty. The smoked paprika is a nice touch and adds great warmth and spice to the beans. I loved that I could assemble this ahead of time.

      Reply
      • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

        December 21, 2023 at 9:44 am

        So glad you enjoyed these mini quinoa casseroles with Mexican flare. We all need easy weeknight recipes for dinner.

    4. Sara Welch

      December 20, 2023 at 7:02 pm

      Enjoyed this for lunch today and it was a savory success! Easy, hearty and delicious; perfect for busy schedules, indeed!

      Reply
      • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

        December 21, 2023 at 9:44 am

        I agree, busy schedules make it difficult to plan meals. This recipe is perfect.

    5. 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.

      Reply
      • Homemade & Yummy

        January 28, 2018 at 4:32 pm

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

    6. 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.

    7. 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.

    8. 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.

    9. 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.

    10. 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!

    11. 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.

    12. 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.

    13. 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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