Moroccan Quinoa Cakes

Quinoa is not actually a grain, but a seed. It is often referred to as a ‘superfood’ due to its high nutritional value.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 50 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 15.

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Moroccan Quinoa Cakes

Cooking Method: Frying Cuisine: Moroccan Courses: Appetizer, Lunch Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 20 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 50 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1280

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Quinoa
• 1 cup Chickpeas
• 1 small Red bell pepper
• 1 small Onion
• 2 clove Garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 cup Fresh parsley
• 2 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 2 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 large Egg
• 1 cup Breadcrumbs

Instructions

1. Cook the quinoa according to package instructions.
2. In a food processor, combine the cooked quinoa, chickpeas, red bell pepper, onion, garlic cloves, ground cumin, ground coriander, paprika, salt, black pepper, fresh parsley, lemon juice, and olive oil. Pulse until well combined.
3. Transfer the mixture to a bowl and stir in the egg and breadcrumbs.
4. Shape the mixture into patties and refrigerate for 10 minutes.
5. Heat olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Cook the quinoa cakes for 4-5 minutes on each side, until golden brown.
6. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce or salad.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 320kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 12g19%

Total Carbohydrate 40g14%

Sugars 3g

Protein 10g20%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.