Vegan Crispy Quinoa Bites
Discover the perfect plant-based appetizer with these Vegan Crispy Quinoa Bites—packed with protein, bold flavors, and irresistible crunch. Featuring cooked quinoa, mashed chickpeas, and a flaxseed "egg" binder, these bites boast a nutrient-dense base enhanced by aromatic spices like cumin and smoked paprika, zesty lemon juice, and savory nutritional yeast. Brushed with olive oil and oven-baked to perfection, these golden nuggets offer a guilt-free alternative to fried snacks. Ideal for parties, meal prep, or a wholesome bite on the go, they’re easy to make and even easier to devour. Try serving them with your favorite dips, from tangy tzatziki to spicy sriracha mayo, for a crowd-pleasing treat that’s as delicious as it is vegan!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams quinoa
- 500 milliliters water
- 200 grams chickpeas
- 3 stalks green onion
- 2 garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed
- 6 tablespoons water (for flax egg)
- 100 grams breadcrumbs
- 3 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
Rinse the quinoa under cold water thoroughly. In a medium saucepan, combine the quinoa with 500 milliliters of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for 15 minutes until the water is absorbed. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
While the quinoa is cooking, prepare the flax egg by mixing the ground flaxseed with 6 tablespoons of water in a small bowl. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until it thickens.
Drain and rinse the chickpeas. In a large mixing bowl, mash the chickpeas with a fork or potato masher, leaving some chunks for texture.
Chop the green onions finely and mince the garlic cloves. Add them to the mixing bowl with the chickpeas.
Add the cooled quinoa, thickened flax egg, breadcrumbs, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, cumin powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper to the bowl. Mix everything thoroughly until well combined.
Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Form the mixture into small bite-sized balls or patties, about 1-2 tablespoons each, and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
Brush the tops of the quinoa bites with olive oil to help them crisp up in the oven.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through the cooking time, until they are golden brown and crispy.
Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly. Serve warm as a snack or appetizer. Enjoy your Vegan Crispy Quinoa Bites!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1766 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 58.3 g | 75% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.7 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 5346 mg | 232% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 250.0 g | 91% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 28.3 g | 101% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.5 g | ||
| Protein | 71.4 g | 143% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 308 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 20.7 mg | 115% | |
| Potassium | 1400 mg | 30% | |
*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.
