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30-Minute Quinoa Fritters

If you're on the hunt for a delicious and healthy snack or meal that's sure to satisfy, look no further than quinoa fritters! Bursting with flavor, these tasty treats are loaded with protein from wholesome quinoa, plus veggies and spices. They’re perfect for snacking or lunching – and one of my favorite quinoa recipes for kids. Follow along, and I'll teach you how to make this simple family recipe.
Course Main Course
Cuisine Healthy
Diet Vegetarian
Keyword quinoa fritters
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 318kcal

Ingredients

  • 3 cups cooked quinoa
  • 1 cup all purpose flour or gluten free flour blend
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
  • ½ cup chopped onion
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
  • 5 eggs beaten
  • oil for cooking; coconut oil, avocado oil and olive oil are all good options

Instructions

  • In a large bowl combine cooled quinoa with flour, cheese, onion, salt, pepper, and parsley.
  • Lightly beat eggs in a small bowl and add to quinoa mixture.
  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Form quinoa into balls or ovals and carefully add to hot oil. Cook for 3–5 minutes per side, or until a golden crust has formed.
  • Drain on paper towels or cool on a wire rack.
  • Serve with ketchup or desired dipping sauce.

Notes

Serve with ketchup or desired dipping sauce.

 

  • When making quinoa fritters, one thing to keep in mind is that if they are sticking to the pan, the reason is typically that you are trying to flip them before they have cooked enough.   Make sure you are seeing browning edges on the underside before trying to flip them.

Nutrition

Calories: 318kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 181mg | Sodium: 332mg | Potassium: 238mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 467IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 176mg | Iron: 3mg