Quinoa Patty Recipe

Name: Quinoa Patty
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 rounded cups cooked quinoa (see note below for cooking instructions); 3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or other variety, if you prefer); 1/2 cup low-fat cottage cheese; 1 medium carrot, finely grated (OR 1 cup shredded zucchini, squeezed dry); 3 eggs; 3 tablespoons all purpose flour; 2 green onions, including white parts; 1 /2 teaspoon sugar; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/8 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder; Olive oil for frying

Servings: persons

2 rounded cups cooked quinoa (see note below for cooking instructions)
3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or other variety, if you prefer)
1/2 cup low-fat cottage cheese
1 medium carrot, finely grated (OR 1 cup shredded zucchini, squeezed dry)
3 eggs
3 tablespoons all purpose flour
2 green onions, including white parts
1 /2 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
Olive oil for frying

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To cook quinoa for the above recipe:
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1 cup uncooked quinoa
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2 cups water
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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In a medium saucepan bring the 2 cups water and 1/2 teaspoon salt to a boil over high heat. Add quinoa and reduce heat to low. Cover and cook for 18-20 minutes, or until all water is absorbed and the seeds are tender. Allow to cool for a few minutes.
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In a large bowl combine the 2 rounded cups of cooked quinoa, cheddar cheese, cottage cheese, carrot, eggs, flour, green onions, sugar, pepper, cumin, salt, and garlic powder.
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(To help them stay in patty form and not fall apart, I cook them on med-low slowly so they have longer to set-up without burning. Makes them easier to flip, too.) Heat a frying pan and a couple teaspoons olive oil over medium-low heat. Mixture will be slightly sticky, so using a 1/4 cup measuring cup, drop mixture into pan and lightly flatten to 1/2 inch thick. Fry until golden-brown, about 4 minutes on each side. Makes approx. 10 burgers.
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Per burger: Calories 132; Protein 8 g; Fat 5 g; NET Carbs 12 g; (Fiber 2 g); Sugar 0 g; Sodium 200 mg

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 rounded cups cooked quinoa (see note below for cooking instructions), 3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or other variety, if you prefer), 1/2 cup low-fat cottage cheese, 1 medium carrot, finely grated (OR 1 cup shredded zucchini, squeezed dry), and more.

Yes, Quinoa Patty 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.

Quinoa Patty

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