Broccoli, quinoa and cannellini bean fritters

 
 
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I’m always looking for creative ways to offer familiar foods to my family. Although there is nothing wrong with serving the same foods in the same ways, its always nice to switch things up and offer more variety. I also find that being the only vegetarian in our household means I am preparing animal protein for the family and then neglect to make something plant based for myself. So having quick and easy recipes at the ready, means I get a delicious dinner too. I love these broccoli, quinoa and cannellini bean fritters because they are made with simple ingredients that work so well together. Broccoli and cannellini beans with garlic is one of my favourite combinations. I use these ingredients here with quinoa to bump up the protein and fibre content of this dish. These are great served for a vegetarian lunch or dinner or even as a snack.

Broccoli, quinoa and cannellini bean fritters

Makes 10

Ingredients

1 cup quinoa, cooked

3/4 cup cannellini beans, drained and rinsed

1 clove garlic, finely minced

2 1/2 cups broccoli, steamed and chopped

1/4 cup breadcrumbs

1 egg

2 tbsp vegetable oil, for pan frying

Directions:

  • Combine quinoa, beans and garlic in a large bowl.

  • Using a potato masher, mash quinoa and beans until beans are mashed completely but still have some texture to them

  • Add in chopped broccoli followed by breadcrumbs and egg

  • Mix to combine all ingredients, using a 1/4 cup measuring cup, portion out 10 fritters using your hands to form into a circle

  • Heat oil in a pan over medium - high heat

  • Pan fry fritters in 2 tbsp of vegetable oil until golden brown on both sides (approximately 3-5 minutes per side)

  • Place on a plate lined with paper towels to soak up any additional oil

  • Serve warm with a favourite dip ( I enjoyed mine with tahini drizzled on top)

 
 
Lunch, Dinner, Snackmelinda lamarche