Cheesy Brown Rice and Greens Casserole

4.48 from 19 votes

Cheesy Brown Rice and Greens Casserole

Cheesy Brown Rice and Greens Casserole is a delicious, hearty, vegetarian casserole that’s also super flexible! Use any kind of grain such as quinoa, barley or lentils and any type of leafy green.

Prep Time20

Cook Time20

Baking Time50

Total Time1 30

Course: Vegetarian / Vegan Entrees

Cuisine: American

Diet: Diabetic, Gluten Free, Vegetarian

Servings:

Author: Carol Borchardt

Equipment

Ingredients

2 tablespoons butter salted or unsalted
2 tablespoons olive oil plus more for pan
1/2 medium onion finely chopped (1 1/2 cups)
2 bunches greens such as Swiss chard or kale stems removed, coarsely chopped (10-12 cups)
4 cloves garlic minced
3 cups cooked brown rice or barley, lentils, or quinoa or a combination
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
3 large eggs beaten
2 1/2 cups shredded sharp Swiss cheese, sharp white Cheddar, or Monterey Jack divided

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Oil a 13 x 9-inch baking pan.
Heat butter and olive oil over medium-high heat in a large skillet or saute pan. Add onion and cook until softened, approximately 5 to 7 minutes.
Add the greens in batches; cook each batch until wilted. Stir in garlic. Transfer to a large bowl and let cool slightly.
Stir in cooked brown rice. Season to taste with salt and black pepper.
Stir in eggs and cheese.
Transfer to prepared baking pan. Cover with aluminum foil.
Bake for 35- 40 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for another 10-12 minutes or until the cheese and top are lightly browned.

Notes

Prep time does not include cooking the rice.
An 8 x 11-inch dish also works, but the casserole will be thicker and may need extra baking time.

MAKE AHEAD:

Can be made 2 days ahead and refrigerated.

TO REHEAT LEFTOVERS:

Cut into pieces and wrap loosely in aluminum foil.
Reheat at 350 degrees until heated through.

FREEZER-FRIENDLY:

Cut into pieces as desired. Place in airtight containers.
Thaw in the refrigerator, then reheat in a 350-degree oven until heated through.

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