Quinoa Cakes Recipe

Name: Quinoa Cakes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 c. red quinoa, uncooked; 2 c. chicken broth; 4 tbsp. flour; 1/2 tsp. sugar; 1/4 tsp. ground cumin; 1/8 tsp. salt; 1/8 tsp. garlic powder; 1/4 tsp. black pepper; 1/3 c. chives, chopped; 1 carrot, grated finely; 3/4 c. cheddar, shredded; 3 eggs; 1/2 c. cottage cheese; 3 tbsp. olive oil

Servings: persons

1 c. red quinoa, uncooked
2 c. chicken broth
4 tbsp. flour
1/2 tsp. sugar
1/4 tsp. ground cumin
1/8 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. garlic powder
1/4 tsp. black pepper
1/3 c. chives, chopped
1 carrot, grated finely
3/4 c. cheddar, shredded
3 eggs
1/2 c. cottage cheese
3 tbsp. olive oil

1
Bring the chicken broth to a boil in a saucepan. Add quinoa, cover and reduce to a simmer for 18 minutes until quinoa is softened.
2
Meanwhile, combine flour, sugar and spices in a large bowl. Toss in chives, carrot and cheese mixing to distribute the dry ingredients. Add in egg substitute, cottage cheese and cooked quinoa.
3
Preheat a large skillet on medium heat using 1 tbsp. of olive oil to coat the surface. With a 1/4 c. ice cream scoop (or measuring cup), drop 3 cakes into the hot skillet.
4
Allow to cook for 4-5 minutes until golden brown, flip and cook an additional 4-5 min (note: don't mess with them while they cook - if you try to flip them too soon they'll stick or fall apart)

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 c. red quinoa, uncooked, 2 c. chicken broth, 4 tbsp. flour, 1/2 tsp. sugar, and more.

Yes, Quinoa Cakes falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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