Protein-Rich Quinoa Patties

Ingredients

• 2 cup cooked quinoa (Cooled before mixing)
• 1 cup cooked chickpeas (Drained and rinsed if using canned)
• 2 tbsp ground flaxseed (Mixed with water to make a flax egg)
• 5 tbsp water (For hydrating the ground flaxseed)
• 0.5 cup breadcrumbs (Use gluten-free breadcrumbs if desired)
• 0.5 yellow onion (Finely diced)
• 2 cloves garlic (Minced)
• 0.25 cup fresh parsley (Chopped)
• 2 tbsp nutritional yeast
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp paprika
• salt (To taste)
• black pepper (To taste)
• 1 tbsp oil (For brushing, air frying, or pan-frying)

Steps

1. 1

   If the quinoa is freshly cooked, spread it on a plate or tray and let it cool until no longer steaming. Prepare a flax egg by stirring the ground flaxseed with the water; set it aside for about 5 minutes, until thickened.

2. 2

   Place the chickpeas in a large bowl and mash them with a fork or potato masher. Leave some small pieces intact for texture rather than turning them into a completely smooth purée.

3. 3

   Add the cooled quinoa, diced onion, minced garlic, parsley, nutritional yeast, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper to the mashed chickpeas.

4. 4

   Pour in the thickened flax mixture and add the breadcrumbs. Stir thoroughly until the mixture is cohesive and can be pressed together. If it seems wet, add a little more breadcrumb; if it seems dry, add a small splash of water.

5. 5

   Divide the mixture into approximately eight portions. Shape each portion into a firm patty about 1/2 inch thick, pressing the edges together so they do not crack during cooking.

6. 6

   Chill the shaped patties for 10 to 15 minutes if time allows. This helps the flax and breadcrumbs firm the mixture and makes the patties easier to handle.

7. 7

   For air frying, preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Lightly brush or spray the patties with oil, arrange them in a single layer with space between them, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes.

8. 8

   Carefully turn the patties, brush the second sides lightly with oil, and air-fry for another 6 to 10 minutes, until both sides are browned and crisp and the patties feel firm.

9. 9

   Alternatively, heat the oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Cook the patties in batches for about 4 to 5 minutes per side, turning only when the first side is browned and releases easily from the pan.

10. 10

    Serve the quinoa patties hot with a salad, vegetables, vegan yogurt sauce, hummus, or another dipping sauce.

Notes

The exact recipe quantities and instructions were not visible in the supplied source metadata; the recipe above is a reconstruction based on the video title and typical quinoa-patty preparation. Keep cooked quinoa well chilled before forming the patties, and avoid overcrowding the air-fryer basket or skillet.

Nutrition per serving

• main
• vegan
• vegetarian
• high-protein
• air-fried
• pan-fried
• no-oven
• meal-prep