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Broccoli cheddar quinoa bites served on a plate, garnished with herbs.

Broccoli Cheddar Quinoa Bites

Delicious and nutritious bites combining broccoli, cheddar cheese, and quinoa, perfect for snacking or as appetizers.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 bites
Course: Appetizer, Lunch, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup quinoa Cooked according to package instructions
  • 2 cups broccoli florets, chopped Finely chopped for better mixing
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated Can substitute with other cheese types
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs Panko breadcrumbs can be used for extra crunch
  • 2 large eggs Bind the mixture together
  • 1/4 cup green onions, chopped Adds flavor
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder Enhances flavor
  • to taste Salt and pepper Season to preference
  • as needed Olive oil for greasing To grease the baking sheet

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking sheet with olive oil.
  2. Cook the quinoa according to package instructions and let it cool.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, chopped broccoli, cheddar cheese, breadcrumbs, eggs, green onions, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  4. Mix well until everything is evenly combined.
  5. Form the mixture into small bite-sized patties and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
Cooking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the bites are golden brown and crispy.
Serving
  1. Serve warm and enjoy your tasty broccoli cheddar quinoa bites!

Notes

These bites can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. To reheat, place them in the oven for a few minutes until they're warm and crispy again. You can freeze uncooked patties and bake from the freezer when ready.