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Potato Quinoa Cakes

Crispy Potato Quinoa Cakes Perfect for Healthy Snacking

These Potato Quinoa Cakes are a deliciously crispy and nutritious snack packed with sweet potatoes and quinoa.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12 cakes
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 cups Mashed Sweet Potato Use more if the mixture feels too dry.
  • 1.5 cups Cooked Quinoa About 1/2 cup of dry quinoa yields this amount.
For Flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Fresh minced onion can be used but may affect consistency.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Flat-leaf or curly works well.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Optional based on dietary needs.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Freshly Ground Pepper Adjust to personal spice preference.
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Substitute with any cooking oil you like.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • medium bowl
  • Pastry brush
  • Spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  2. Cook sweet potatoes until soft, either by baking for 50-60 minutes or microwaving for 5-10 minutes.
  3. Cook quinoa according to package instructions, usually simmering in water or broth for 12-15 minutes.
  4. In a medium bowl, mash the cooked sweet potatoes until smooth. Add quinoa, parsley, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
  5. Form the mixture into mini patties about the size of your palm, ensuring they've packed tightly.
  6. Brush the tops of each patty with half of the olive oil.
  7. Bake for 10 minutes, then flip each cake and brush with the remaining olive oil. Bake for an additional 10 minutes until golden and crispy.
  8. Allow the cakes to cool on the baking sheet for 10-15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cakeCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 4gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These cakes are perfect for meal prep and can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.

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