Quinoa Tomato Tart

A tasty quinoa tomato tart with a golden crust, a filling of flavorful quinoa, and cheese that has melted. Its great for a quick and healthy meal

Ingredients:

• 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
• 2 cups water
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
• 1 pre-made pie crust

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 375F 190C

In a saucepan, combine quinoa and water

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes or until quinoa is cooked and water is absorbed

In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat

Add chopped onion and garlic, saut until softened

Add halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet, cook for 3-4 minutes until slightly softened

Stir in cooked quinoa, dried oregano, salt, and pepper

Remove from heat

Roll out the pie crust and press it into a tart pan

Prick the bottom with a fork

Spread the quinoa mixture evenly over the pie crust

Top with shredded mozzarella cheese and bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is melted

Remove from oven, sprinkle with fresh chopped basil

Let it cool for a few minutes before slicing

Serve and enjoy