Vegetarian

Quinoa and Cheese Burgers is for Sandwich.

Quinoa and Cheese Burgers takes several minutes to prepare.

Quinoa and Cheese Burgers takes several minutes to cook.

Quinoa and Cheese Burgers makes 10 servings.

The ingredients for Quinoa and Cheese Burgers are:

1 cup uncooked quinoa
2 cups water
1/2 teaspoon salt
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3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or other variety, if you prefer)
1/2 cup cottage cheese (1%)
1 medium carrot, finely grated
3 eggs
2 tablespoons all purpose flour
2 green onions, including white parts
1 /2 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
Olive oil for frying (not included in calorie count)

Here is how you make Quinoa and Cheese Burgers:

In a medium saucepan bring the 2 cups water and 1/2 teaspoon salt to a boil over high heat. Add quinoa and reduce heat to low. Cover and cook for 18-20 minutes, or until all water is absorbed and the seeds are tender. Allow to cool for a few minutes.In a large bowl combine the cooked quinoa, cheddar cheese, cottage cheese, carrot, eggs, flour, green onions, sugar, pepper, cumin, salt, and garlic powder.Heat a frying pan and a couple teaspoons olive oil over medium heat. Measure 1/4 cup and form into patties about 1/2 inch thick - mixture will be slightly sticky. Fry until golden-brown, about 4 minutes on each side. Makes approx. 10 burgers.Number of Servings: 10Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user PETUNIAPIG.

The nutritional information for Quinoa and Cheese Burgers is:

• Servings Per Recipe: 10
• Amount Per Serving
• Calories: 144.9

• Total Fat: 5.6 g
• Cholesterol: 73.1 mg
• Sodium: 229.1 mg
• Total Carbs: 15.3 g
• Dietary Fiber: 1.5 g
• Protein: 8.2 g