Yield: 7 servings
Quinoa and Spinach Patties
These quinoa patties are delicious, vegetarian and packed with protein and nutrients!
Ingredients
- 1 cup uncooked quinoa
- 2 cups water
- 4 eggs (whisked)
- 1/3 cup Parmesan cheese*
- 3 large scallions (sliced thin)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 cup steamed spinach (chopped (frozen is fine))
- 1 cup plain breadcrumbs (for GF, be sure to use GF breadcrumbs)
- 1 teaspoon olive 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
Nutrition
Serving: 2patties, Calories: 236kcal, Carbohydrates: 30.5g, Protein: 11.5g, Fat: 7.5g, Saturated Fat: 2g, Cholesterol: 110mg, Sodium: 429.5mg, Fiber: 3g, Sugar: 2g
Blue Smart Points: 5
Green Smart Points: 6
Purple Smart Points: 3
Points +: 6