Kale & Quinoa Cakes

Name: Kale & Quinoa Cakes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 8 people
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon (plus ¼ cup) olive oil; 1 medium yellow onion; 3 cloves garlic; ½-1 teaspoon of salt*; Black pepper to taste; 1 large bunch kale; 3 cups cooked quinoa; 3 eggs; 1 cup breadcrumbs; 2 tablespoons minced flat leaf parsley

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Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings
8 people
Calories
185 kcal
Cuisine
American, Vegetarian

Kale & Quinoa Cakes

Ashley Lopez

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This recipe for Kale + Quinoa Cakes is an easy vegetarian recipe that's high in protein, fiber, and makes a lovely lunch, dinner or appetizer! These Kale + Quinoa Cakes are one of my favorite freezer friendly meals to keep on hand.

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Ingredients

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1 tablespoon (plus ¼ cup) olive oil divided
1 medium yellow onion diced
3 cloves garlic minced
½-1 teaspoon of salt* see note
Black pepper to taste
1 large bunch kale finely chopped
3 cups cooked quinoa from about 1 cup dry
3 eggs
1 cup breadcrumbs I used panko, but it doesn't matter
2 tablespoons minced flat leaf parsley

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Notes

The amount of salt needed will depend on whether or not your quinoa is seasoned already. Taste and adjust as needed.
To serve as an appetizer, just form into much smaller patties and keep warm in a low oven before serving.
Other greens or grains may be substituted for the kale and quinoa - try these with rice, millet, barley, farro, buckwheat, swiss chard, spinach, mustard greens, etc.
If the patties are too soft or wet, add a bit more breadcrumbs to make them firmer
Let the patties cook undisturbed for a few minutes before flipping them over. This will prevent them from falling apart in the pan.
Leave enough space in between each patty in the pan so they do not overlap when you press them down. This will also allow them to turn crisp and golden on the bottom and sides.
These freeze beautifully. Once cool, wrap them up tight and freeze in an airtight container for up to 6 months. The reheat very well in a toaster oven.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 185kcal (9%) Carbohydrates 27g (9%) Protein 7g (14%) Fat 5g (8%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 2g Monounsaturated Fat 2g Trans Fat 0.01g Cholesterol 61mg (20%) Sodium 132mg (6%) Potassium 218mg (6%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 2g (4%) Vitamin A 805IU (16%) Vitamin C 8mg (9%) Calcium 69mg (7%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 185 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories	185kcal	9%
Carbohydrates	27g	9%
Protein	7g	14%
Fat	5g	8%
Saturated Fat	1g	5%
Polyunsaturated Fat	2g	12%
Monounsaturated Fat	2g	10%
Trans Fat	0.01g	1%
Cholesterol	61mg	20%
Sodium	132mg	6%
Potassium	218mg	5%
Fiber	3g	12%
Sugar	2g	4%
Vitamin A	805IU	16%
Vitamin C	8mg	9%
Calcium	69mg	7%
Iron	2mg	11%