If you ask us, a cup of leafy greens a day is what actually keeps the doctor away. High in vitamins A and K, calcium, iron, folate, and a slew of other nutrients, spinach is one of the healthiest foods you can put on your grocery list.
It’s a known cancer-fighter, and it promotes healthy bones, skin, and hair. On top of that, spinach is one of the most versatile veggies and can be added to just about any dish – think smoothies, pastas, soups, dips, stir-fries, quesadillas, and more. Whether consumed cooked or raw, this leafy green is the perfect complement to any meal.
Café 7 at Rock City’s Spinach & Quinoa Cakes
10-12
servingsIngredients
- 1 cup
uncooked quinoa
- 1 3/4 cup
rolled oats
- 4
eggs
- 7 oz.
crumbled feta cheese
- 4 cups
fresh spinach, chopped
- 1
red bell pepper, diced small
Zest of 1 lemon
Juice of 1 lemon
Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/2 tsp.
cayenne pepper
- 1/2 tsp.
onion powder
- 1/2 tsp.
garlic powder
Olive oil, for frying
Directions
Cook the quinoa according to package directions. Set aside to cool.
In a large bowl, place the cooked quinoa, oats, eggs, feta cheese, chopped spinach, diced bell pepper, lemon zest and juice, salt, pepper, and additional seasonings and combine until mixed. Place in a refrigerator to set for 30 minutes.
Take the mixture out and form into 10 to 12 patties with your hands.
Heat olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Add patties in batches and fry for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown.
Serve with lettuce, tomatoes, soft-boiled eggs, beans, sprouts, or microgreens – have fun with it!
Did you know?
- During the Great Depression, spinach consumption in the United States grew 33% – all thanks to the popular Popeye cartoon!
