Irresistible Crispy Quinoa Cakes

Today’s Recipe: Crispy Quinoa Cakes with Spicy Mango Salsa

Hey there, foodies! Today, I’m excited to share with you my latest culinary creation: Crispy Quinoa Cakes with Spicy Mango Salsa. This dish is perfect for warm summer evenings when you’re craving something light yet satisfying. The combination of crispy quinoa cakes and zesty mango salsa is sure to tantalize your taste buds!

Ingredients:

• 1 cup cooked quinoa
• ½ cup black beans, drained and rinsed
• ½ cup corn kernels
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 2 green onions, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 egg
• ½ cup breadcrumbs
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp coriander
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ tsp pepper
• 1 ripe mango, diced
• 1 jalapeno, seeded and diced
• ¼ cup chopped cilantro
• 2 tbsp lime juice

Kitchen Tools:

• mixing bowl
• skillet
• spatula
• baking sheet

To make the quinoa cakes, start by combining the cooked quinoa, black beans, corn, red bell pepper, green onions, garlic, egg, breadcrumbs, cumin, coriander, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl. Mix well until everything is evenly combined. Form the mixture into small patties and place them on a baking sheet.

Heat a skillet over medium heat and add a bit of oil. Cook the quinoa cakes for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and crispy. Once cooked, transfer them to a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.

While the quinoa cakes are cooking, prepare the spicy mango salsa. In a separate bowl, combine the diced mango, jalapeno, cilantro, and lime juice. Mix well and season with a pinch of salt.

Serve the crispy quinoa cakes hot with a generous spoonful of spicy mango salsa on top. The crispy texture of the quinoa cakes paired with the zesty mango salsa creates a harmonious blend of flavors that will leave you wanting more!

This recipe makes approximately 8 quinoa cakes. One serving (2 cakes) weighs around 200 grams and has an estimated calorie count of 250. A clever tip to enhance the flavor of the quinoa cakes is to add a squeeze of fresh lime juice before serving. This simple addition brightens up the dish and adds a burst of citrusy freshness!

I hope you give these Crispy Quinoa Cakes with Spicy Mango Salsa a try and enjoy them as much as I do. Feel free to get creative with the recipe and customize it to suit your taste preferences. Happy cooking!