These savory muffin-like quinoa bites are perfect as a snack or as a meal. Not only is this dish delicious, it is packed with nutrients like fiber, protein, zinc, and iron to keep you feeling satisfied and healthy. Best of all, you can save money and time by cooking these scrumptious bites once and eating them all week!
Ingredients
1/2 cup quinoa
3/8 tsp. salt
3/4 cup finely chopped broccoli
3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. garlic powder
1/4 tsp. onion powder
1/4 tsp. ground pepper
1 large egg, lightly beaten Cooking spray
Preparation
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F
- Line 16 cups of a 24 cup mini muffin pan with paper liners or coat with cooking spray
- Cook quinoa with 1/8 tsp. salt. Bring to a boil
- Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes
- Transfer to a large bowl and let cool for at least 10 minutes
- Add broccoli, cheddar, baking powder, garlic powder, onion powder, pepper, and the remaining 1/4 tsp. salt to the quinoa. Stir in egg
- Divide the quinoa mixture among the prepared muffin cups, pressing firmly with lightly moistened finger
- Mist the tops with cooking spray
- Bake until golden, 22-25 minutes
- Let cool in the pan on a wire rack for 20 minutes, then remove.
Nutrition facts (per serving):
Yield: 16 bites
Serving Size: 2 bites; 87 calories; 4.6g protien; 7.8g carbohydrates; 0.9g dietary fiber; 0.4g sugars; 4.2g fat; 32mg cholesterol; 208.7mg sodium
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