1.5 cups quinoa
1.5 cups chicken broth
1.5 cups water
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon tamari
salt and pepper to taste
2 zucchini, grated
3 green onions, finely chopped
1 egg
2-3 cloves of garlic
1 cup parmesan cheese
- Bring the water, chicken broth, and oil and seasonings to boil. Add quinoa.
- Simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Mix vegetables, egg, and cheese together.
- Let quinoa cool and add to vegetable mixture.
- Mold mix into round flat cakes and fry in a pan with a little butter.
Nutritional facts:
An ancient grain, quinoa is a nutrient rich grain with a
higher fat and protein content than most cereal grains. Quinoa is full of fiber and gluten free,
therefore a good source of protein and grains for those with gluten
allergies. The proteins lysine and isoleucine are found in quinoa
in high amounts allowing this grain to be a significant source of protein.
Quinoa is also great for diabetics as the high content of
protein, fiber, and fat do not spike the blood sugar, but the low glycemic
index allows the nutrients to be slowly released into the body.
Serve with:
Chicken or steak
Grilled vegetables (eggplant, portabella mushrooms)
Roasted green beans
Sautéed garlic spinach
