Quinoa fritters with arugula-blueberry salad and walnuts

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Quinoa fritters with arugula-blueberry salad and walnuts

Quinoa fritters with arugula-blueberry salad and walnuts

Soy-Free, Mediterranean, Vegetarian, Diabetes-Friendly, Protein Plus

2 Servings, 690 Calories/Serving

30–45 Minutes

Thanks to panko bread crumbs and grated Parmesan, these easy, protein-rich quinoa patties form a gorgeous crisp crust when pan-cooked.

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1 bag serves 2 (2 bags serve 4)
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  • ½ cup rainbow quinoa
  • 3 ounces organic baby arugula or other leafy greens
  • 3 organic scallions
  • 2 organic eggs
  • 2 tablespoons panko
  • 3 tablespoons grated Parmesan
  • 3 tablespoons walnuts
  • 1 tablespoon sherry vinegar
  • ¼ pound organic blueberries
  • Sunbasket garlic yogurt (Greek yogurt - garlic)
Chef's Tip
Make It Ahead
The quinoa patties can be assembled (but not cooked) up to 1 day ahead (Steps 1 and 2). Cover and refrigerate the patties and scallion garnish separately overnight. The time spent in the fridge will help the patties hold their shape as they cook. When ready to serve, cook the fritters (Step 3) and make the salad (Step 4).

Nutrition per serving

Calories 690, Total Fat 43g (55% DV), Sat. Fat 8g (40% DV), Trans Fat 0g, Cholest. 165mg (55% DV), Sodium 270mg (12% DV), Total Carb. 53g (19% DV), Fiber 7g (25% DV), Total Sugars 13g (Incl. 0g Added Sugars, 0% DV), Protein 25g
Contains: Milk, Eggs, Tree Nuts (walnut), Wheat

Sodium does not include pantry salt; for reference, ⅛; teaspoon kosher salt per serving averages 240mg (10% DV). Not a significant source of trans fat. Packed in a facility that handles all major food allergens* and gluten.

*Milk, Eggs, Fish, Crustacean Shellfish, Tree Nuts, Peanuts, Wheat, Soybeans, Sesame.

Instructions

2-serving instructions (4-serving modifications in red)

Wash produce before use

1

Cook the quinoa

  • Rinse the quinoa.
In a small sauce pot, combine the quinoa and 1 cup [2 cups] lightly salted water. Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook until the quinoa is tender and the water is absorbed, 15 to 20 minutes. Spread the quinoa out on a plate or sheet pan to cool. Meanwhile, prepare the remaining fritter ingredients.

2

Prep the remaining fritter ingredients; make the quinoa patties

  • Finely chop ¼ cup [½ cup] of the arugula; set aside the rest for the salad.
  • Trim the root ends from the scallions; thinly slice the scallions. Set aside 1 tablespoon [2 TBL] for garnish.
  • Crack the eggs into a medium bowl and season with salt and pepper. Lightly beat with a fork until just blended.
To the bowl with the eggs, add the cooled quinoa, panko, Parmesan, chopped arugula, and all but 1 tablespoon [2 TBL] scallions. Season with salt and pepper and mix well to combine. Using wet hands, form the mixture into six [twelve] ½-inch-thick patties.

3

Cook the fritters

In a large frying pan over medium heat, warm 1 to 2 tablespoons oil until hot but not smoking. Working in batches if needed, add the quinoa patties and cook, turning once, until golden brown and heated through, 4 to 5 minutes per side. Transfer to a paper-towel-lined plate to drain. Add more oil between batches if needed. While the fritters cook, prepare the salad.

4

Make the arugula-blueberry salad; prep the yogurt topping

  • Coarsely chop the walnuts.
In a medium bowl, stir together the sherry vinegar and 1½ tablespoons [3 TBL] oil. Add the blueberries, walnuts, and remaining arugula and toss to coat. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
In a small bowl, stir together the garlic yogurt and 1 tablespoon [2 TBL] oil. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Serve

Transfer the quinoa fritters to individual plates. Top each with 1 tablespoon garlic yogurt and garnish with the remaining scallions. Serve the arugula-blueberry salad and remaining yogurt on the side.
Kids Can!
  • Rinse the quinoa.
  • Measure the arugula and scallions.
  • Stir the vinegar and oil.
  • Assemble the arugula-blueberry salad.
  • Top the fritters with garlic yogurt and scallions.
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