Cheesy Quinoa Patties With Kale And Spinach Recipe

Name: Cheesy Quinoa Patties With Kale And Spinach
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup uncooked quinoa; 1 1/2 cups water; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1 clove garlic; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 1/4 onion, chopped; 3/4 cup finely chopped kale; 3/4 cup finely chopped spinach; 1 cup grated mozzarella cheese; 1/2 cup bread crumbs; 1 tablespoon flaxseed meal (optional); 1 egg, beaten; 1/4 cup vegetable oil

Servings: persons

1 cup uncooked quinoa
1 1/2 cups water
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 clove garlic
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1/4 onion, chopped
3/4 cup finely chopped kale
3/4 cup finely chopped spinach
1 cup grated mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup bread crumbs
1 tablespoon flaxseed meal (optional)
1 egg, beaten
1/4 cup vegetable oil

1
Bring water and quinoa to a boil in a saucepan. Add salt, black pepper, and garlic. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until quinoa is tender, 15 to 20 minutes.
2
Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a skillet over medium heat; add onion. Cook and stir until translucent, about 2 minutes. Transfer to a bowl. Add kale and spinach to hot skillet; cook and stir until tender, 2 to 3 minutes.
3
Combine cooked quinoa, onions, kale, spinach, mozzarella cheese, bread crumbs, and flaxseed meal in a bowl; stir to combine. Add beaten egg; mix well.
4
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Oil a baking sheet.
5
Form golf-ball-size portions of the quinoa mixture into patties. Place on the prepared baking sheet.
6
Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown and crusty, about 15 minutes per side.

312

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup uncooked quinoa, 1 1/2 cups water, 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon ground black pepper, and more.

Yes, Cheesy Quinoa Patties With Kale And Spinach falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Cheesy Quinoa Patties With Kale And Spinach

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Variations & substitutions

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