Healthy Quinoa Palak Kebabs: Indian-Spiced Vegetarian Appetizer
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About Healthy Quinoa Palak Kebabs: Indian-Spiced Vegetarian Appetizer
These Quinoa Palak Kebabs offer a delicious and healthy twist on traditional Indian appetizers. Bursting with flavor from spinach (palak), quinoa, and mixed vegetables, these kebabs are perfect for a light yet satisfying snack or starter.Packed with protein and fiber, they're a guilt-free indulgence that's both nutritious and incredibly tasty. Easy to make and perfect for entertaining, these kebabs are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser for health-conscious eaters.Impress your friends and family with this vibrant and flavorful vegetarian recipe that's as good for you as it is delicious!
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Recipe Time & More
Prep10 minutes
Cook30 minutes
Total40 minutes
Ingredients
For the Vegetable Mixture
- 1/2 cup Vegetables chopped carrots, and broccoli. you can also use other frozen or fresh mixed vegetables., mixed, peas
- 1 Potato boiled and mashed
- 1 cup Spinach finely chopped (palak)
- 1 Onion finely chopped
- 2 Chili finely chopped (adjust to taste), green
Spices & Seasoning
- 1 tsp Chaat Masala
- 1/4 tsp Garam Masala or a general indian spice blend of your choice. adjust amount to taste.
- 1 tbsp Oil for shallow frying
- 1.5 tsp Salt or to taste
- 2 tbsp Corn Flour for binding
- 2 tbsp Coriander for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Prepare the Quinoa
- Cook quinoa according to package directions. Fluff with a fork and set aside to cool.
Prepare the Vegetable Mixture
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, mixed vegetables, mashed potato, spinach, onion, green chilies, chaat masala, garam masala, salt, and cornflour. Mix thoroughly until well combined.
Shape and Fry the Kebabs
- Form the mixture into small patties or kebabs. The size is up to your preference.
Cook the Kebabs
- Heat oil in a non-stick pan over medium heat. Carefully place the kebabs in the pan and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and heated through.
Serve
- Garnish with fresh cilantro (optional) and serve hot with your favorite chutney or sauce. Enjoy!
Recipe Notes
Expert Tips for Perfect Quinoa Palak Kebabs
- For extra flavor, marinate the vegetable mixture for 30 minutes before shaping the kebabs.
- If the mixture is too wet, add a little more cornflour to help bind the kebabs.
- Feel free to adjust the amount of green chilies according to your spice preference.
- Experiment with different herbs and spices to create your own unique flavor combinations. Adding a pinch of cumin or coriander would be excellent!
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Recipe Nutrition
Calories: 87kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.4gSodium: 1140mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2g
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Looks so wonderful! Thanks for posting.
Absolutely delicious! Can’t wait to try it.
Such a perfect dish! Thank you.