Quinoa & Cheese Burgers

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Nutritional Info
  • Servings Per Recipe: 10
  • Amount Per Serving
  • Calories: 144.9
  • Total Fat: 5.6 g
  • Cholesterol: 73.1 mg
  • Sodium: 229.1 mg
  • Total Carbs: 15.3 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 1.5 g
  • Protein: 8.2 g

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Number of Servings: 10

Ingredients

    1 cup uncooked quinoa
    2 cups water
    1/2 teaspoon salt
    .
    3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or other variety, if you prefer)
    1/2 cup cottage cheese (1%)
    1 medium carrot, finely grated
    3 eggs
    2 tablespoons all purpose flour
    2 green onions, including white parts
    1 /2 teaspoon sugar
    1/4 teaspoon black pepper
    1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
    1/8 teaspoon salt
    1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
    Olive oil for frying (not included in calorie count)


Directions

In a medium saucepan bring the 2 cups water and 1/2 teaspoon salt to a boil over high heat. Add quinoa and reduce heat to low. Cover and cook for 18-20 minutes, or until all water is absorbed and the seeds are tender. Allow to cool for a few minutes.

In a large bowl combine the cooked quinoa, cheddar cheese, cottage cheese, carrot, eggs, flour, green onions, sugar, pepper, cumin, salt, and garlic powder.

Heat a frying pan and a couple teaspoons olive oil over medium heat. Measure 1/4 cup and form into patties about 1/2 inch thick - mixture will be slightly sticky. Fry until golden-brown, about 4 minutes on each side. Makes approx. 10 burgers.


Number of Servings: 10

Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user PETUNIAPIG.