Description
Spinach and Quinoa Patties are a deliciously nutritious snack made with wholesome ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water
- 2 pieces eggs
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup scallions
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup steamed spinach
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Rinse the quinoa thoroughly under cold water to remove its natural coating, called saponin. Place it in a medium saucepan with 2 cups of water and bring it to a boil.
- Simmer the quinoa over low heat until it’s tender and has absorbed the liquid, about 20 minutes. Once done, take it off the heat and let it cool slightly.
- Combine in a large bowl the cooled quinoa, eggs, Parmesan cheese, scallions, minced garlic, salt, steamed spinach, and breadcrumbs. Mix well and let it sit for a few minutes so the flavors meld. The mixture should be moist, yet not runny.
- Form the patties by scooping about 1/4 cup of the mixture and shaping it into a patty. This will help you achieve a nice, uniform size for even cooking.
- Heat oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-low heat. Working in batches, add the patties to the skillet and cook them covered for about 8-10 minutes on each side, or until they are beautifully browned and golden.
Notes
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 patty
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg