Wednesday, November 14, 2012

cheesy quinoa bites


I thought I would take a break from treats and share a healthy recipe.  I love that this recipe is perfect as a snack or light meal.  I chose to keep the fresh cilantro out of the bites and added it to my dipping sauce.  Green leafy bits scare my boys.


Cheesy Quinoa Bites
makes 2 dozen bites

2 cups cooked quinoa (Follow the package directions for cooking.  1 cup uncooked= 2 cups cooked)
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 medium carrot, shredded
2 scallions, finely chopped
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro or parsley
1/2 cup grated cheddar cheese
2 Tablespoons rice flour or all purpose flour
1/2 teaspon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.  Lightly spray mini muffins pans with cooking spray.

In a medium bowl, stir all the ingredients until well combined.  Using a small scoop or tablespoon, divide the mixture among the wells of the pan.  You can fill them all the way to the top.

Bake for 18-20 minutes or until the bites are golden brown and set.  Run a knife around each bite and carefully remove from the pan.  Serve with your preferred dip.  (I mixed freshly chopped cilantro and sour cream.)


1 comment:

Kristina said...

Yummmmm! Must try!