Kale Quinoa Patties

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Ingredients Minutes Calories
Prep Cook Servings
10 min 15 min 10
Kale Quinoa Patties
Health Highlights

Ingredients


2 1/2 cup Quinoa, cooked (1 1/4 uncooked)
3 large Egg (beaten)
1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
1/2 cup Chives (chopped)
1 tsp Sea Salt
5 tbsp Olive Oil, Extra Virgin (divided; plus 3 tbsp for frying)
1/2 medium Yellow onion (diced)
2 clove(s) Garlic (minced)
3 cup Kale (deveined)
3/4 cup Bread crumbs, plain

Instructions


  1. Combine cooked quinoa, eggs, Parmesan, chives, and salt in a medium mixing bowl.
  2. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a skillet on medium heat then sweat onions and garlic, for approximately 3 minutes. Add kale to skillet and cook until kale is bright green and soft.
  3. Add kale mixture to quinoa mixture, then add breadcrumbs and stir to combine.
  4. Place a clean skillet on medium heat, add the remaining oil, and coat the bottom of the pan.
  5. Form patties to desired size (serving based on 1/2 cup mixture) and place them in the oiled skillet being careful not to splash hot oil or overcrowd the pan.
  6.  Fry until golden brown on each side, approximately 5 minutes per side.
  7. Remove patties, drain on a paper towel, and serve.

Notes:

Nutritional Highlights:

  • Quinoa is a complete protein and very high in fiber.
  • Kale is an excellent source of vitamin C, iron, and calcium.

Nutrition Facts

Per Portion

Calories 147
Calories from fat 51
Calories from saturated fat 15.2
Total Fat 5.6 g
Saturated Fat 1.7 g
Trans Fat 0.1 g
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.2 g
Monounsaturated Fat 2.0 g
Cholesterol 69 mg
Sodium 418 mg
Potassium 213 mg
Total Carbohydrate 18.0 g
Dietary Fiber 2.6 g
Sugars 1.5 g
Protein 7.3 g

Dietary servings

Per Portion


Grain 0.9
Meat Alternative 0.2
Vegetables 0.4

Energy sources


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Meal Type(s)

Lunch
Main




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