High Protein Quinoa Patties
Elevate your meal prep with these High Protein Quinoa Patties — a delicious and nutrient-packed vegetarian option that's perfect for any time of the day! These patties combine protein-rich quinoa and chickpeas with the fresh flavors of sautéed spinach, onion, and garlic, all brought together with savory spices like cumin and paprika. The addition of oat flour and eggs creates a robust texture, making these patties wonderfully crisp when cooked to golden perfection. Perfect for meal prep or a quick healthy dinner, these hearty patties pair beautifully with a fresh salad or tucked into a whole-grain bun for a protein-powered veggie burger. Quick to prepare and easy to cook, this recipe is ideal for anyone seeking a nourishing, high-protein meatless meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Quinoa
- 2 cups Water
- 1 can (15 oz) Chickpeas
- 1 medium, finely chopped Onion
- 2 cloves, minced Garlic
- 1 cup, chopped Spinach
- 0.5 cup Oat flour
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 teaspoon Cumin
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
Instructions
Rinse the quinoa under cold water. Place the quinoa and 2 cups of water in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes or until the quinoa is tender and the water has been absorbed.
Drain and rinse the chickpeas. In a large mixing bowl, mash them using a fork or a potato masher until they form a coarse paste.
In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until the onion becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.
Add the chopped spinach to the skillet and cook for another 2 minutes, or until it has wilted.
In the mixing bowl with the mashed chickpeas, add the cooked quinoa, sautéed onion, garlic, and spinach. Stir in oat flour, beaten eggs, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix until all ingredients are well combined.
Form the mixture into palm-sized patties, approximately 3 inches in diameter. You should have around 8-10 patties depending on the size.
In the skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and heat over medium heat. Carefully place the patties into the skillet, cooking them in batches if necessary.
Cook each patty for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and crispy.
Remove patties from the skillet and allow them to cool slightly on a paper towel-lined plate before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1947 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 65.7 g | 84% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.2 g | 46% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 372 mg | 124% | |
| Sodium | 2591 mg | 113% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 258.1 g | 94% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 39.4 g | 141% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.4 g | ||
| Protein | 84.5 g | 169% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 427 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 23.8 mg | 132% | |
| Potassium | 2196 mg | 47% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
