Quinoa Balls with Cauliflower and Cheese Recipe

Name: Quinoa Balls with Cauliflower and Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2/3 cup quinoa (4 1/2 ounces); 1 large egg, beaten; 8 ounces cauliflower florets, grated on the medium holes of a box grater (1 1/2 cups); 6 ounces halloumi cheese, grated (1 1/2 cups); 2 scallions, thinly sliced; 3 tablespoons chickpea or buckwheat flour; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1/2 teaspoon sea salt; 1/8 teaspoon pepper; Pinch of freshly grated nutmeg (optional); 1/2 teaspoon baking soda; 1 1/2 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

Servings: persons

2/3 cup quinoa (4 1/2 ounces)
1 large egg, beaten
8 ounces cauliflower florets, grated on the medium holes of a box grater (1 1/2 cups)
6 ounces halloumi cheese, grated (1 1/2 cups)
2 scallions, thinly sliced
3 tablespoons chickpea or buckwheat flour
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Pinch of freshly grated nutmeg (optional)
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 1/2 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

1
In a medium bowl, cover the quinoa with 2 inches of water and soak overnight.
2
Drain well.
3
In a medium saucepan of boiling water, cook the quinoa until tender, about 10 minutes.
4
Drain well, then return the quinoa to the hot saucepan.
5
Cover and let stand for 10 minutes.
6
Fluff the quinoa and scrape out onto a baking sheet to cool slightly.
7
Preheat the oven to 375.
8
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
9
In a large bowl, combine the egg, cauliflower, cheese, scallions, chickpea flour, garlic, salt, pepper, nutmeg and quinoa; mix well.
10
In a small bowl, mix the baking soda with the lemon juice and stir into the quinoa mixture.
11
Scoop out 2 tablespoons of the mixture and press together to form a ball.
12
Arrange on the prepared baking sheet.
13
Repeat to make 26 balls.
14
Bake the balls for about 30 minutes, until golden and firm.
15
Serve hot.

300

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2/3 cup quinoa (4 1/2 ounces), 1 large egg, beaten, 8 ounces cauliflower florets, grated on the medium holes of a box grater (1 1/2 cups), 6 ounces halloumi cheese, grated (1 1/2 cups), and more.

Yes, Quinoa Balls with Cauliflower and Cheese 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Quinoa Balls with Cauliflower and Cheese

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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