Delicious Quinoa Patties

Ingredients

• 1 cup low-sodium vegetable broth

• 1 cup dry quinoa, rinsed and drained

• ¾ cup water

• 3 tablespoons olive oil, or more as needed, divided

• 1 white onion, chopped

• 1 zucchini, grated

• 1 large carrot, grated

• garlic powder, or more to taste

• salt and ground black pepper to taste

• 4 large eggs, lightly beaten

• ½ cup oat groats, ground into a powder

Instructions

1. In a saucepan, bring vegetable broth, water, and quinoa to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and let simmer until quinoa is cooked and the liquid is absorbed, about 15-20 minutes. Spread quinoa on a platter to cool.

2. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté onion, zucchini, and carrot until the onion becomes translucent, about 3-5 minutes. Transfer to a plate to cool.

3. In a large bowl, combine the cooled vegetables with 3 cups of cooled quinoa. Season with garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Add eggs and ground oats, and stir until the mixture holds together. Divide into 14 portions and shape into patties.

4. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry patties for about 2 minutes per side, or until golden brown. Add more oil between batches as needed.

Chef's Tip:

I let the patties cool, then store them in the fridge so my family can enjoy a healthy snack throughout the week.

Editor's Note:

The nutritional information for this recipe reflects the full amount of quinoa used.

Nutritional Information (per serving)