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budgetfriendly roasted sweet potato and spinach casserole for winter

Budget-Friendly Roasted Sweet Potato and Spinach Casserole Bliss

This budget-friendly roasted sweet potato and spinach casserole is a wholesome winter dish that combines sweet potatoes, spinach, and quinoa.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Casserole Ingredients
  • 4 medium Sweet Potatoes Firm ones for best results
  • 8 ounces Spinach Frozen or fresh
  • 1 cup Quinoa Rinse before cooking
  • 2 large Eggs Substitute with flaxseed mixture for vegan
  • 1 cup Milk Any dairy or non-dairy variety
  • 1 medium Onion Yellow onion recommended
  • 2 cloves Garlic Use fresh cloves
  • 2 tablespoons Tahini or Peanut Butter Sunflower seed butter is a nut-free alternative
  • 1 unit Lemon Zest before juicing
  • 1 teaspoon Spices (Cumin and Coriander)
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Optional cayenne for heat
  • 2 tablespoons Oil Neutral oil for roasting
Optional Topping
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs For a crispy finish

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Dish
  • mixing bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Pot

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Peel and cube the sweet potatoes, then toss with oil and salt. Roast for 30-35 minutes until golden.
  3. Cook the quinoa according to package instructions, rinsing thoroughly. Set aside.
  4. Prepare the spinach by thawing or sautéing for a few minutes until wilted.
  5. In a mixing bowl, combine quinoa, eggs, milk, sautéed onions, garlic, tahini or peanut butter, and spices.
  6. Fold in roasted sweet potatoes and spinach gently without over-mixing.
  7. Grease a baking dish and transfer the mixture, spreading evenly.
  8. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown and set.
  9. Optionally, broil for an additional 1-2 minutes for a crispy topping.
  10. Allow to cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 10gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 12000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish can be assembled ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days before baking. Perfect for meal prep!

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