I am very excited to introduce you to Cassie today. Cassie is the host of Bake Your Day. She and I started blogging around the same time, and have been followers of each other since the beginning. Cassie guest posted for me last summer, but we have both come so far, I asked if she would help out again. If you are not already a fan of Bake Your Day, then you really need to head over there. Trust me you will NOT be disappointed.
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Hey there everyone, I am Cassie from Bake Your Day and I am honored to be posting for Erin today. I moved earlier this year and remember how hectic it was.
Erin and I met way, way back at the beginning of both of our blogging “careers” and I have loved watching Erin’s blog grow into what it is today. She and her recipes are so real and honest, and we definitely share a love for curry!
I have a deep affinity for quinoa. It is the staple of all staples in my house and I add it to lots of things like burgers, salads, quesadillas, etc. I think I love it the most for its versatility. I love that it picks up the flavors of whatever you pair it with.
I have found my new favorite quick-fix meal in these cakes. So simple and quick and I can’t even begin to tell you how much flavor they have. Fresh lemons and herbs shine through these. If you don’t have sage, use any herb that you like. They are fresh, light and summery!
Parmesan-Sage Quinoa Cakes
Quinoa Cakes - crispy quinoa patties that make a great side dish or even a meat-free main dish. Just a little cheesy, a hint of spicy and plenty of fresh herbs!
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups cooked quinoa
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese
- 2 Tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 Tablespoon fresh basil, chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 eggs, lightly beaten
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- Salt and pepper
- 2 Tablespoons olive oil, for frying
Instructions
- Mix cooked quinoa, parmesan cheese, lemon juice, fresh basil, oregano and red pepper flakes in a large bowl until combined.
- Add the eggs and panko breadcrumbs and stir until everything is combined . Season with salt and pepper. The mixture should be moist and you can form into a ball. It will be slightly crumbly.
- Use a 1/3-cup measuring cup or an ice cream scoop to measure the mixture and form into patties. For into a ball and place on a plate. Gently press down and form into a patty. The mixture will be a little crumbly.
- Place plate in the fridge and let set up for at least 15 minutes before cooking.
- Heat 1 Tablespoon olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium high heat.
- Cook 3-4 patties at a time, to make sure you don't crowd the pan, for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Remove cooked patties from the pan, add the rest of the oil and cook the rest of the patties.
Nutrition Information
Yield
6Serving Size
1Amount Per Serving Calories 174Total Fat 9gSaturated Fat 2gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 6gCholesterol 66mgSodium 219mgCarbohydrates 18gFiber 2gSugar 1gProtein 7g
Nutrition Disclaimer: All information presented on this site is intended for informational purposes only. I am not a certified nutritionist and any nutritional information shared on dinnersdishesanddesserts.com should only be used as a general guideline.
Thank you so much Cassie for helping out today. I can’t wait to try these, I am always looking for new quinoa recipes.
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Alyssa says
I love Cassie’ blog! These cakes look so good, I bet I could even get my son to eat quinoa if I made these!
Magic of Spice says
Hi Cassie, I just adore quinoa and these look absolutely delicious!