Quinoa Savory Muffins
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
40 mins
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Total Time
55 mins
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Servings
12 pieces
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Cuisine
International
Quinoa Savory Muffins
Description
Quinoa Savory Muffins are made by boiling quinoa until cooked, then mixing it with grated cheese, diced black pepper, sliced mushrooms, chopped baby spinach, and eggs. Seasoned with salt and black pepper, the mixture is divided into greased muffin tins and baked at moderate temperature until set and golden.
The baked muffins offer a savory and filling texture, combining the nuttiness of quinoa with the moistness of vegetables and richness from cheese and eggs. The cooking process results in firm muffins that hold together, suitable for snacks or light lunches.
These muffins are flexible; the ingredients can be varied with additions such as chicken, shrimp, ham, eggplant, and other greens or cheeses. They are convenient to prepare in batches and can be served warm or at room temperature.
Ingredients
- 100 g quinoa cooked
- 150 g cheese grated
- 1 small black pepper
- 4 mushrooms
- 2 egg
- 1 handful of baby spinach
- salt
- black pepper
Instructions
- Bring a small pot of water to a boil (twice that of the amount of quinoa). When the water starts to boil, rinse the quinoa well and boil for about 15 minutes.
- Mix the cooked quinoa with the grated cheese, diced peppers, mushrooms, chopped baby spinach, and eggs.
- Season the mix with salt and pepper to your liking.
- Divide the mixture into 12 muffin tins, greased with olive oil beforehand.
- Bake for about 25 minutes at 175 °C (347 °F). It’s so easy, and the result is a batch of savory and filling muffins that are sure to please even the pickiest eaters.
- They can be made with chicken, shrimp, ham, eggplant, greens, and different types of cheeses, so you can play around for your perfect combination.
Notes
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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