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Pumpkin Feta Quinoa Bites

Delicious Pumpkin Feta Quinoa Bites combine sweet pumpkin, tangy feta, and nutty quinoa for a healthy, easy-to-make snack perfect for parties or family dinners. Try this irresistible recipe today!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 15 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 60
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup cooked quinoa
  • 1 cup mashed pumpkin fresh or canned
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1 unit egg lightly beaten
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
  • 2 tbsp olive oil for frying

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Skillet
  • Spatula
  • Parchment paper
  • Paper towels

Method
 

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, mashed pumpkin, crumbled feta, egg, thyme, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
  2. Chill the mixture for 15 minutes to firm it up.
  3. Roll spoonfuls of the mixture into bite-sized balls and flatten them slightly to create discs.
  4. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  5. Carefully add the shaped bites to the skillet, ensuring they don’t crowd the pan.
  6. Cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden and crisp.
  7. Transfer the cooked bites to a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil.

Nutrition

Calories: 60kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 3gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These bites are perfect for parties, potlucks, or as an after-school snack. You can substitute pumpkin with butternut squash or use goat cheese instead of feta for a different flavor profile.
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