Quinoa Cakes

lean-mean-high-protein-fighting machines! that's what my husband and I hope to become in the next 90 days...well, my husband is a tad more motivated than me. I would just like to tone it up [[Jane Fonda style]]. last month he got P90X--so our meals have been aimed at being high in protein + fiber and low in calories.  


Here's one that hit the spot ! 

EVOO + lemon juice + salt and pepper @ 375 degrees. perfect roasted asparagus. 

Grilled Steak with Quinoa Cakes and Roasted Asparagus 


Quinoa Cakes

• 1 cup of cooked Quinoa
• 1 tbsp pesto
• 2 egg
• 1 tbsp red pepper flakes
• 1/2 cup parmesan cheese 
• 1 cup panko bread crumbs
• 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 3 tbsp EVOO, separated 

definitely not perfectly round cakes. ehh--still were delish! 

1. saute onions with one tbsp of evoo, until soft + translucent. 
2. meanwhile; combine eggs, pesto, red pepper flakes, italian seasoning, bread crumbs, and cheese in medium bowl. 
3. add egg mixture, onions, and cooked quinoa to bowl. 
4. stir until evenly coated. 
5. using your hands, create small [palm-sized] balls of quinoa mixture. 
6. add remaining EVOO to med-high heated pan. 
7. place cakes in pan, cook for 2-3 minutes or until crispy and brown on each side.  

curious about quinoa? check out some nutritional facts about this incredible grain.