Cheesy Quinoa Cakes with Roasted Garlic and Lemon Aioli

These Cheesy Quinoa Cakes with Roasted Garlic and Lemon Aioli are a delicious and nutritious way to enjoy quinoa. The crispy quinoa patties are packed with cheesy goodness and served with a creamy and tangy aioli that's bursting with flavor.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups cooked quinoa
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
• 1 egg, beaten
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 1 head of garlic
• Olive oil for roasting
• Cooking spray

Instructions:

Preheat your oven to 400F 200C

Cut the top off the head of garlic, drizzle with olive oil, wrap it in aluminum foil, and roast for about 30 minutes or until the cloves are soft and golden

In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, shredded cheddar cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, chopped parsley, breadcrumbs, beaten egg, salt, and pepper

Mix until well combined

Form the quinoa mixture into 8-10 patties

Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly coat with cooking spray

Cook the quinoa cakes for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until they are golden brown and crispy

While the quinoa cakes are cooking, prepare the aioli

Squeeze the roasted garlic cloves into a small bowl and mash them

Add mayonnaise, lemon juice, and lemon zest

Stir until well combined

Serve the cheesy quinoa cakes hot with a dollop of the roasted garlic and lemon aioli on top

Enjoy!