Pan Fried Quinoa Cakes
Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, these Pan Fried Quinoa Cakes are a wholesome and versatile addition to any meal. Perfectly seasoned with garlic, parsley, and green onions, these protein-packed patties blend fluffy quinoa with parmesan cheese and breadcrumbs for a savory, golden result. Quick to prepare and bursting with flavor, this recipe strikes a balance between healthy and indulgent. Ideal as a vegetarian main course, appetizer, or side dish, these quinoa cakes can be served with your favorite dipping sauce or alongside a fresh salad for a satisfying dish that’s ready in under 40 minutes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 0.5 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 pieces eggs
- 2 stalks green onions, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
Rinse the quinoa under cold water to remove any bitterness, then place it in a medium saucepan with 2 cups of water.
Bring the quinoa to a boil, reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for 15 minutes or until the water is absorbed and the quinoa is tender.
Remove the cooked quinoa from the heat, fluff it with a fork, and allow it to cool to room temperature.
In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, breadcrumbs, grated parmesan cheese, eggs, green onions, minced garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix well until the mixture holds together when pressed.
Shape the mixture into small patties, about 2-3 inches in diameter and 1/2 inch thick. This recipe should yield about 8-10 cakes.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Working in batches, add the quinoa cakes to the skillet, making sure not to overcrowd them.
Cook the cakes for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy. Add more olive oil as needed for subsequent batches.
Once cooked, transfer the quinoa cakes to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Serve warm as is, or pair with your favorite dipping sauce or salad for a complete meal!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
356 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 20.8 g | 27% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.1 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 103 mg | 34% | |
| Sodium | 658 mg | 29% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 31.2 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.8 g | ||
| Protein | 12.4 g | 25% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 174 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 191 mg | 4% | |
*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.
