Savory Quinoa Muffins

The subtle nuttiness of the quinoa combines perfectly with the creamy melted cheese, while the diced peppers and mushrooms add freshness to the dish. The baby spinach adds an earthy flavor and a pop of green, making the muffins look as good as they taste. With endless possibilities for variation, these muffins can be customized to suit any taste or preference.

Serve them hot with your favorite sauce or topping for a perfect breakfast or snack. This recipe is versatile, and you can experiment with different ingredients such as chicken, shrimp, ham, eggplant, and different types of cheeses, to create a wide variety of flavors to suit your taste buds.

Please find the full recipe below!

Ingredients

• 100 g quinoa cooked
• 150 g cheese grated
• 1 small pepper
• 4 mushrooms
• 2 eggs
• 1 handful of baby spinach
• salt
• pepper

Instructions

• Bring a small pot of water to a boil (twice that of the amount of quinoa). When the water starts to boil, rinse the quinoa well and boil for about 15 minutes.
• Mix the cooked quinoa with the grated cheese, diced peppers, mushrooms, chopped baby spinach, and eggs.
• Season the mix with salt and pepper to your liking.
• Divide the mixture into 12 muffin tins, greased with olive oil beforehand.
• Bake for about 25 minutes at 175 °C (347 °F). It’s so easy, and the result is a batch of savory and filling muffins that are sure to please even the pickiest eaters.
• They can be made with chicken, shrimp, ham, eggplant, greens, and different types of cheeses, so you can play around for your perfect combination.

Notes

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