Quinoa Cakes with Roasted Red Pepper and Walnut Pesto, Goat Cheese and a Poached Egg

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Quinoa Cakes with Roasted Red Pepper and Walnut Pesto, Goat Cheese and a Poached Egg
15 min.
4
467kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your meal game with a dish that is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients? Introducing Quinoa Cakes with Roasted Red Pepper and Walnut Pesto, Goat Cheese, and a perfectly poached egg! This vibrant and flavorful recipe is perfect for any occasion, whether you're hosting a brunch or simply treating yourself to a gourmet dinner at home.

In just 15 minutes, you can whip up this delightful dish that serves four, making it an ideal choice for family gatherings or a cozy meal with friends. The combination of nutty quinoa cakes, creamy goat cheese, and the rich, smoky flavor of roasted red peppers creates a symphony of tastes that will tantalize your taste buds. Topped with a luscious poached egg, this dish not only looks stunning but also offers a satisfying balance of protein, healthy fats, and carbohydrates.

With a caloric breakdown that emphasizes wholesome ingredients, you can indulge guilt-free. The addition of fresh spinach and chives adds a burst of color and freshness, while the homemade walnut pesto brings a unique twist that sets this recipe apart. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a kitchen novice, this recipe is easy to follow and guarantees impressive results. Get ready to impress your guests and enjoy a meal that is as nutritious as it is delicious!

Ingredients

  • servings baby spinach leaves to taste
  • servings chives sliced to taste
  •  eggs lightly beaten
  • handful basil leaves 
  • clove garlic chopped
  • ounces goat cheese sliced
  • servings oil for frying
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • 0.3 cup onion diced finely
  • tablespoons parmigiano reggiano grated (parmesan)
  •  batch quinoa cakes - see below 
  • cup quinoa rinsed
  •  batch roasted pepper an walnut pesto - see below red toasted
  • large roasted peppers red
  • servings salt and pepper to taste
  • tablespoons walnuts toasted
  • cups water 
  • 0.3 cup flour whole wheat (I like to use )

Equipment

  • bowl
  • pot

Directions

  1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil and reduce the heat to medium.Crack an egg into a bowl, swirl the water in the pot and pour the egg from the bowl into the water and repeat for another egg.
  2. Let the eggs cook until the whites are set but the yolks are not, about 2-3 minutes and fish them out.Repeat for the remaining 2 eggs.
  3. Place the spinach leaves down 4 plates, top with quinoa cakes, roasted red pepper pesto, goat cheese and the poached eggs, season with salt and pepper and garnish with chives.

Nutrition Facts

Calories467kcal
Protein15.14%
Fat53.57%
Carbs31.29%

Properties

Glycemic Index
62.75
Glycemic Load
0.52
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
29.465217901313%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.14mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.24mg
Isorhamnetin
0.57mg
Kaempferol
2.08mg
Myricetin
0.12mg
Quercetin
3.28mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:466.62kcal
23.33%
Fat:28.28g
43.51%
Saturated Fat:7.56g
47.28%
Carbohydrates:37.16g
12.39%
Net Carbohydrates:31.82g
11.57%
Sugar:1.09g
1.21%
Cholesterol:96.58mg
32.19%
Sodium:782.09mg
34%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:17.99g
35.98%
Vitamin K:158.37µg
150.83%
Manganese:1.73mg
86.44%
Vitamin A:3466.41IU
69.33%
Folate:166.73µg
41.68%
Phosphorus:398.08mg
39.81%
Magnesium:140.54mg
35.13%
Copper:0.69mg
34.52%
Vitamin C:23.04mg
27.93%
Vitamin E:4.04mg
26.92%
Vitamin B2:0.44mg
26.03%
Vitamin B6:0.51mg
25.37%
Iron:4.47mg
24.86%
Selenium:17.17µg
24.54%
Fiber:5.34g
21.37%
Vitamin B1:0.28mg
18.37%
Zinc:2.54mg
16.96%
Potassium:560.09mg
16%
Calcium:159.47mg
15.95%
Vitamin B5:1mg
9.96%
Vitamin B3:1.62mg
8.1%
Vitamin B12:0.28µg
4.66%
Vitamin D:0.57µg
3.77%