Cheesy Quinoa Veggie Bites
Protein-packed quinoa bites with zucchini, carrots, spinach and cheddar, baked in a mini muffin tin. Great for snacks and lunchboxes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings (24 bites) 1x
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups (370 g) cooked quinoa, cooled
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup grated zucchini, squeezed dry
- 1/2 cup grated carrot
- 1/2 cup chopped baby spinach
- 1 cup (100 g) shredded cheddar
- 1/4 cup (25 g) grated Parmesan
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 24-cup mini muffin tin.
- Mix all ingredients in a large bowl.
- Press the mixture firmly into the cups.
- Bake 18-20 minutes until golden and crisp at the edges.
- Cool 10 minutes in the tin before removing.
Notes
Pressing the mixture firmly helps the bites hold together.
Find it online: https://munchtwist.com/cheesy-quinoa-veggie-bites/