Vegan Quinoa Cake

Delight your taste buds with these wholesome Vegan Quinoa Cakes, a protein-packed, plant-based dish that's bursting with flavor and texture. These crispy-on-the-outside, tender-on-the-inside patties are crafted from fluffy quinoa, vibrant veggies like grated carrot and minced onion, and a blend of aromatic spices including cumin and paprika. Nutritional yeast adds a subtle, cheesy richness, while a flaxseed 'egg' and chickpea flour ensures everything binds perfectly, making this recipe completely egg- and dairy-free. Perfect as a standalone meal or a hearty side, these golden quinoa cakes are pan-fried to perfection in olive oil and pair beautifully with your favorite vegan sauce or a fresh garden salad. They're easy to make, ready in under an hour, and ideal for meal prep or a quick weeknight dinner.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup quinoa
• 2 cups water
• 2 tablespoons flaxseed meal
• 6 tablespoons water
• 1 small (finely chopped) onion
• 1 medium (grated) carrot
• 2 cloves (minced) garlic
• 0.5 cup chickpea flour
• 0.25 cup nutritional yeast
• 0.25 cup (chopped) parsley
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the quinoa under cold water to remove any bitterness. In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup of quinoa and 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the water is absorbed and the quinoa is fluffy. Set aside to cool.

Step 2

In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of flaxseed meal with 6 tablespoons of water. Stir and let sit for about 5 minutes to thicken. This will be the flax 'egg' to help bind the cakes.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, flax 'egg', finely chopped onion, grated carrot, minced garlic, chickpea flour, nutritional yeast, chopped parsley, lemon juice, ground cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.

Step 4

Using your hands, form the mixture into firm, small patties or cakes. You should be able to make about 8 cakes.

Step 5

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Carefully place the quinoa cakes in the skillet, leaving a bit of space between each one. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and firm.

Step 6

Once cooked, remove the cakes from the skillet and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to remove excess oil.

Step 7

Serve warm as a main dish or a hearty side. Enjoy with your favorite vegan sauce or a fresh salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1096.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1262.2

Total Fat 51.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3666.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 156.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.8g	0%
Total Sugars 15.5g
Protein 46.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 224.3mg	0%
Iron 12.9mg	0%
Potassium 1422.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 36.3%

Protein: 14.6%

Carbs: 49.2%