Description
Tofu Quinoa Patty is a delicious and nutritious low-carb, high-protein option for vegetarians. Packed with tofu, quinoa, and various vegetables, they are both satisfying and full of flavor. Top them with a zesty avocado-lime sauce for an extra kick of taste. This recipe is perfect for a quick and healthy weeknight dinner or meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
Tofu Quinoa Patty ingredients:-
- Cooked quinoa 1 cup
- Block of extra-firm tofu, pressed and crumbled
- Grated carrot 1/2 cup
- Finely chopped spinach 1/2 cup
- Finely chopped red bell pepper 1/4 cup
- Garlic, minced 2 cloves garlic
- Onions, finely chopped 2 green onions
- Nutritional yeast 2 tablespoons
- Ground cumin 1 teaspoon
- Paprika 1/2 teaspoon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for cooking 2 tablespoons
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the crumbled tofu, cooked quinoa, grated carrot, chopped spinach, red bell pepper, minced garlic, green onions, nutritional yeast, ground cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Mix everything together until well combined. If the mixture feels too dry, you can add a tablespoon or two of water to help bind it together.
- Divide the mixture into 8 equal portions and shape them into patties.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the tofu quinoa patties and cook for about 5-6 minutes per side or until they are golden brown and firm.
- Remove the patties from the skillet and set them aside.
Nutrition
- Calories: 250kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 0
