Nut-Free Crispy Quinoa Bites
Elevate your snack game with these Nut-Free Crispy Quinoa Bites—perfectly golden, protein-packed, and bursting with flavor! This allergy-friendly recipe combines fluffy cooked quinoa with a flaxseed meal "egg," fragrant garlic and onion powder, and fresh herbs to create delightful bite-sized morsels that bake to crispy perfection. Ideal for those with nut allergies, these quinoa bites are oven-baked for a healthier crunch and versatile enough to serve as a savory snack, party appetizer, or salad topper. Quick and easy to prepare, you'll love how these wholesome treats bring bold flavors and satisfying texture to your table without compromising on nutrition.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 cup bread crumbs
- 2 tablespoons flaxseed meal
- 6 tablespoons water (for flax egg)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Rinse the quinoa under cold water using a fine mesh strainer.
In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup of rinsed quinoa with 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and let it simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the quinoa has absorbed all the water.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the quinoa sit, covered, for an additional 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and set aside to cool slightly.
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
In a small bowl, combine the flaxseed meal with 6 tablespoons of water and let it sit for 5 minutes to thicken. This will act as the flax egg.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, olive oil, bread crumbs, thickened flax egg, garlic powder, onion powder, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper.
Stir the mixture until all ingredients are well incorporated.
Using your hands or a small scoop, form the mixture into small balls, about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter, and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the quinoa bites are crispy and golden brown. Make sure to turn them halfway through the baking time for even cooking.
Remove from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes before serving.
Enjoy your nut-free crispy quinoa bites as a snack, appetizer, or as a topping on salads!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1132 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 48.7 g | 62% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.5 g | 28% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2791 mg | 121% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 138.0 g | 50% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.3 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.6 g | ||
| Protein | 34.4 g | 69% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 219 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 9.4 mg | 52% | |
| Potassium | 476 mg | 10% | |
*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.
