This vegetarian quinoa & courgette gratin is a simple yet delicious dish that comes together with minimal effort. With a rich, creamy flan base, tender courgettes, and nutrient-packed quinoa, it’s a wholesome and satisfying meal perfect for any day of the week.
Quinoa & Courgette Gratin – A Healthy, Gluten-Free Vegetarian Bake
Looking for a hearty, gluten-free dish that’s both nutritious and delicious? This Quinoa & Courgette Gratin combines tender courgettes with protein-packed quinoa, baked in a creamy, cheesy flan base.
Perfect for a midweek family dinner, this vegetarian gratin is easy to prepare and offers a satisfying meal when paired with a crisp green salad. Whether you’re catering to dietary restrictions or simply seeking a wholesome recipe, this gratin is sure to become a household favourite.
This dish makes a complete meal with the added proteins of quinoa and eggs. Serve with a crunchy green salad on the side.
I used a mixture of yellow and green courgettes but you can use whichever variety you have. To speed things up, you can start cooking the onion and garlic while the quinoa is cooking.
You can replace the parmesan with cheddar cheese or gruyère. Goat cheese also makes a tasty alternative. Quinoa can be substituted for rice (I prefer brown rice), which you will also need to pre-cook.
This Quinoa & Courgette Gratin recipe serves 6-8 people. Leftovers can be reheated the next day, preferably in the microwave.
Other courgette recipes to try
I hope you enjoy this quinoa & courgette gratin recipe as much as I do. If you do make it, don’t forget to tag me on Instagram!
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Quinoa & Courgette Gratin
Equipment
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Ingredients
- 100 g quinoa
- 1 onion
- 3 garlic cloves
- olive oil
- 650 g courgettes – I use a mix of yellow and green
- 4 organic eggs
- 300 ml double cream
- 40 g grated vegetarian style parmesan + extra to sprinkle on top
- 30 g bunch of fresh basil
- salt & pepper
- butter – to grease
Instructions
- Heat some salted water in a saucepan. When boiling, add quinoa, and cook according to packet instructions (around 10 mins). Drain and set aside.100 g quinoa
- Heat some olive oil in a large frying pan. Add finely chopped onion and crushed garlic. Fry under medium heat until golden and soft.1 onion, olive oil, 3 garlic cloves
- Preheat oven to 220C/fan 200C/gas 7. Cut courgettes into thin slices.650 g courgettes – I use a mix of yellow and green
- In a separate bowl, mix together eggs, cream, finely chopped basil and parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper.4 organic eggs, 300 ml double cream, 40 g grated vegetarian style parmesan + extra to sprinkle on top, 30 g bunch of fresh basil, salt & pepper
- Grease a gratin dish with butter.butter – to grease
- Mix courgettes and quinoa in gratin dish. Season with salt & pepper. Pour cream mixture on top. Add a generous handful of grated parmesan on top.
- Cook for 25 mins until golden.
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