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Crispy Quinoa Patties & Lime Tahini Sauce

Discover these quick and delicious Low GI, Low carb, Gluten-Free and high-protein crispy quinoa patties! This fantastic vegetarian protein packed option offers a flavorful solution for using up leftover quinoa and can easily be customized with what you have lying in the fridge. Join me on a nutritious journey with this quick and easy dinner or lunch all the while having a tasty and health-conscious dining experience!

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Versatile vegetarian serving option : Crispy Quinoa Patties

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Crispy Quinoa Patties & Lime Tahini Sauce
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Crispy Quinoa Patties & Lime Tahini Sauce

Recipe by heartysoulandkitchenCourse: Lunch, dinnerCuisine: VegetarianDifficulty: Easy
Servings

2

servings
Total time

30

minutes

Indulge in the perfect blend of flavor and health with these quick and delicious crispy quinoa patties! Low GI, low carb, vegetarian, gluten-free and high-protein, these delightful bites promise to elevate your meal with a burst of flavors and wholesome goodness! 🌱🍽️

Ingredients

  • Quinoa patties

  • 125 g dry quinoa (preferably mix of white and black quinoa)

  • 15 ml (1tbsp) olive oil

  • 1 small red onion

  • 1 egg

  • 50 g (6tbsps) chickpea flour

  • Spices to taste : nutmeg, paprika, tarragon, …

  • Optional : vegetable of your choice, grated cheese


  • Tahini lime sauce

  • 30 ml (2 tbsps) tahini

  • 1/2 lime

  • 15 ml (1 tbsp) warm water

  • Salt & pepper


  • Optional: Roasted sweet potatoes

  • 3 small sweet potatoes (550 g – 1.20 pounds)

  • 2 teaspoons (10 grams) smoked paprika

  • Olive oil
    Salt and pepper

Directions

  • Quinoa patties
  • Combine a beaten egg, olive oil and a small diced red onion with your cooked and cooled down quinoa.
    Optional : Add a finely chopped vegetable of your choice and/or some grated cheese.
  • In a separate bowl, blend your choice of spices with chickpea flour, mix and add to your quinoa. I added nutmeg, lemon pepper, tarragon, paprika, cumin, and salt and pepper! Adjust the flour as necessary.
  • Pan-fry your patties on medium heat for approximately 5 to 10 minutes on each side. This recipe yields about 10 delightful patties!
  • Tahini lime sauce
  • Combine the tahini with approximately 1tbsp (15 ml) of warm water for a smooth consistency.
  • Squeeze in the juice of half a lime and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve this simple and flavorful sauce alongside your crispy quinoa patties for a delightful pairing!
  • Optional side dish: Roasted sweet potatoes
  • Peel and dice 3 small sweet potatoes.
  • In an oven plate, coat them generously in olive oil, salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
  • Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for approximately 25 minutes. Enjoy the perfect blend of flavors and textures with the tahini lime sauce and crispy quinoa patties!

Notes

  • Don’t forget to thoroughly rinse your quinoa before cooking it!