quinoa patties

I found this recipe on pinterest and decided it would be a fun new way to eat quinoa.  With just a few modifications and a quick beet salad to go with the patties, we had ourselves a simple and yummy meal.  I will say that these were definitely best right after they were made and were just ok as leftovers.

quinoa patties with beet salad

Quinoa patties:

3 c. cooked quinoa (1 c. dry)

3 eggs

3/4 c. breadcrumbs

1/2 c. shredded parmesan cheese

1/4 c. chopped basil

2 T chopped parsley

1/2 tsp garlic salt

1/2 tsp onion powder

1/4 tsp paprika

fresh ground black pepper

Combine all ingredients and stir until mixed.  Heat 2 T canola oil in saute pan at medium heat.  Once hot, place large spoonfuls of quinoa in oil (oil should sizzle).  I didn't worry about molding the quinoa mixture in my hands at all before putting it in the pan, just pressed the spoonful of quinoa into a 2" round patty.  If your oil is hot and it starts cooking right away, it will keep the patty together.

Cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown.  Remove and place on a plate covered with paper towel to absorb extra oil.  Sprinkle with more shredded parmesan cheese and a little more salt & freshly ground black pepper. 

Add more oil to the pan and cook more patties, until quinoa mixture is gone.

Makes about 15 patties.  Since they're small, I would figure 3-4/person.

Beet salad:

1 c. chopped beets (can either roast yourself, or just go with the canned version :)) *

1/2 c. corn

drizzle of olive oil

drizzle of balsamic vinegar

salt & pepper

To serve, place a few patties over a bed of spinach or arugula and top with beet salad and a little chopped basil.  Drizzle with a little more olive oil or balsamic vinegar if desired.

* if beets aren't your thing, tomatoes would be a good substitute