Quinoa and sweet potato cakes are a delicious and healthy combination of two nutrient-rich ingredients. Quinoa is a gluten-free grain that is packed with protein, fiber, and essential nutrients like magnesium, iron, and zinc. Sweet potatoes are a good source of vitamins A and C, as well as potassium and fiber. When combined, these two ingredients make a satisfying and nutritious meal that is perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They can be made gluten-free by using gluten-free quinoa and gluten-free flour. This article will provide you with a few of the best recipes for sweet potato and quinoa cakes that are sure to please everyone at your table.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
SWEET POTATO AND QUINOA CAKES (GLUTEN-FREE)
These veggie cakes are great for brunch, picnics or potlucks. Or you can serve them as a side dish for a weekend dinner. Please serve with your favorite sauce. Vegan cashew mayo or aioli sauce works pretty well. I simply combined some sour cream, mayo, lemon juice, herbs and paprika.
Provided by InnerHarmonyNutriti
Categories Vegan
Time 1h
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Steam sweet potatoes until soft. Peel and mash in a bowl and set aside.
- Place quinoa and 1 cup water in a sauce pan. Cover and bring to boil. Reduce heat and simmer until the water is absorbed for about 15 - 20 minutes. Set aside. You will use only one cup of cooked quinoa. Store the leftover for later use.
- Sauté onion and garlic with 1 Tbsp of olive oil until the onion is soft.
- In the bowl containing the mashed sweet potato, add all the other ingredients and combine well.
- Make patties (10 - 12 patties depending on the size).
- Heat 1 Tbsp olive oil in a frying pan and cook patties for about 5 minutes each side. You might have to cook in two batches.
- Infuse love and serve with your favorite sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 267.6, Fat 6.6, SaturatedFat 1, Sodium 546.4, Carbohydrate 45.8, Fiber 6.8, Sugar 6.5, Protein 7.6
SWEET POTATO-QUINOA CAKES
Make and share this Sweet Potato-Quinoa Cakes recipe from Food.com.
Provided by dicentra
Categories Yam/Sweet Potato
Time 30m
Yield 18 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 200°F
- In large bowl, lightly beat egg and egg whites.
- Add quinoa, sweet potato, scallions, cilantro, quinoa flour, salt and pepper and mix well. Let stand 15 minutes.
- In large skillet, heat 2 teaspoons vegetable oil over medium-high heat until hot but not smoking.
- Cook cakes in batches, using about 1/4 cup of quinoa mixture for each cake and flattening slightly with back of spoon to form a 3-inch disk.
- Cook until golden brown, about 3 minutes per side, reducing heat if cakes brown too quickly.
- Drain on paper towels and keep warm in oven. Repeat with remaining cakes, adding more oil to pan as needed.
- Serve hot with lime wedges to squeeze over cakes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 57.7, Fat 0.9, SaturatedFat 0.1, Cholesterol 10.3, Sodium 280, Carbohydrate 10.1, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 0.8, Protein 2.5
QUINOA AND SWEET POTATO BAKES
Make these gluten-free quinoa and sweet potato "muffins" ahead for a quick breakfast or energizing mid-day snack.
Provided by Donna Hay
Yield Makes 6
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease 6 [3/4-cup-capacity (180ml)] Texas muffin tins, line with non-stick baking paper and set aside. Place the sweet potato, oil, and salt on a baking tray lined with baking paper and toss to combine. Roast for 20 to 25 minutes or until golden brown. Allow to cool slightly and transfer to a large bowl. Add the quinoa, linseeds, onion, ricotta, Parmesan, thyme, eggs and pepper and mix until just combined. Spoon into the prepared tins and top with the goat's cheese and extra thyme. Sprinkle with the extra quinoa, drizzle with extra oil and bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until golden. Serve warm.
Tips:
- For a crispier cake, pan-fry the cakes over medium-high heat until golden brown and crispy on both sides.
- If you don't have quinoa flour, you can make your own by grinding quinoa in a high-powered blender or food processor until it resembles a fine flour.
- For a vegan version of these cakes, use a flax egg instead of a regular egg. To make a flax egg, combine 1 tablespoon of ground flaxseed with 3 tablespoons of water and let it sit for 5 minutes until it becomes gel-like.
- These cakes can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or in the freezer for up to 2 months. To reheat, simply pan-fry over medium heat until warmed through.
Conclusion:
Sweet potato and quinoa cakes are a delicious and healthy way to enjoy sweet potatoes and quinoa. They are packed with nutrients, including fiber, protein, vitamins, and minerals. These cakes are also gluten-free and can be made vegan, making them a great option for people with dietary restrictions. Whether you serve them for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, these cakes are sure to be a hit!
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