Mini Ham and Cheese Quinoa Cups
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
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Yield: 28 mini cups
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Recipe by Iowa Girl Eats.
Nutritional Information
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 50
Total Fat 6g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Sodium: 9mg
Total Carbohydrate: 5g
Dietary Fiber: 3g
Sugar: 3g
Protein: 5g
Ingredients and Instructions
2 cups cooked quinoa (about 3/4 cup uncooked)
2 eggs
2 egg whites
1 cup shredded zucchini
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1/2 cup diced ham
1/4 cup loosely packed parsley, chopped
2 Tablespoons shredded or grated parmesan cheese
2 green onions, chopped
salt & pepper
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Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Combine all ingredients in a large bowl and mix to combine. Liberally spray a mini muffin tin with non-stick spray and spoon mixture to the top of each cup.
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Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the edges of the cups are golden brown. Let cool for at least 5 minutes before removing from the mini muffin tin.
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To freeze: Place baked cups on a baking sheet then freeze until solid and transfer to a freezer bag. Microwave for 20-40 seconds depending on how many you're reheating.
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For regular-sized muffin tins: Bake for 25-30 minutes (Note: I have not tested full-sized muffins myself, although several readers have left comments saying this works!)