These quinoa patties are delicious, vegetarian and packed with protein and nutrients!
Ingredients
1cupuncooked quinoa
2cupswater
4eggs(whisked)
1/3cupParmesan cheese*
3large scallions(sliced thin)
3clovesgarlic(minced)
1/2teaspoonkosher salt
1cupsteamed spinach(chopped (frozen is fine))
1cupplain breadcrumbs(for GF, be sure to use GF breadcrumbs)
1teaspoonolive oil
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Instructions
Rinse the quinoa thoroughly and place the grains in a medium sauce pan with 2 cups of water. Bring the water to a boil and reduce to a simmer.
Cook until quinoa is tender and has absorbed the liquid, about 20 minutes. Let it cool.
In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, eggs, Parmesan, scallions, garlic, salt, steamed spinach, and breadcrumbs. Let everything sit for a few minutes to absorb the liquid. The batter should be moist, but not runny. Form patties 1/4 cup each.
Heat the oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-low heat. In 2 or 3 batches, cook the patties covered for 8-10 minutes on each side, or until browned and golden.
Notes
Adapted from Heidi Swanson's Super Natural Every Day*use vegan Parmesan if making vegetarian