Description
These golden patties combine crunchy quinoa and bright veggies for a nutty, savory snack that’s perfect for lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1 cup grated carrots
- 1 cup chopped spinach
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup chopped onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup flour (optional)
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, grated carrots, chopped spinach, breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
- If the mixture is too wet, stir in flour little by little until it’s manageable.
- Form the mixture into patties, ensuring they are even in size.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry the patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown.
- Drain on paper towels and serve hot.
- Serve immediately for best texture, with yogurt sauce or in a sandwich.
Notes
Use day-old or cooled quinoa for better binding. Squeeze excess moisture from grated carrots or spinach for firmer patties. Adjust seasonings as needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Pan Frying
- Cuisine: Global
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 patties
- Calories: 225
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 390mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg