Mini Quinoa Bites

Ingredients

Serves
8
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2 cup low sodium vegetable broth
1 cup uncooked Tri colour quinoa
1 cup uncooked cauliflower rice
1 cup diced cooked honey ham
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 cup all-purpose or whole wheat flour
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
1 tbsp grainy dijon mustard
1 tbsp olive oil
1/2 cup finely diced red onion
1 clove garlic, minced
salt and pepper
3 egg beaten
Nutritional Facts
Amount Per Serving
150 Calories
Protein
9 g
Fat
6 g
Carbohydrates
14 g

Directions

1. In a small saucepan, bring vegetable broth to a boil. Add quinoa. Cover and reduce heat to low; cook until broth is absorbed, 12 to 15 minutes. Let stand covered for 5 minutes.

2. Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Line mini muffin pan with paper liners; set aside.

3. Transfer quinoa to a large bowl. Stir in cauliflower rice, ham, Parmesan and Cheddar cheese, flour, parsley and mustard; set aside.

4. In a small skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and garlic and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir into quinoa mixture. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir in beaten eggs until mixture is fully combined.

5. Generously spoon into prepared muffin pan. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until tops are firm to the touch. Let cool in pan for 5 minutes. Transfer to rack. Enjoy warm, room temperature or chilled.

Tip: For a full veggie option, replace ham with diced firm tofu.

Tip: Look for cauliflower rice (or crumbles) at your grocery store in the refrigerated section of the produce department.