quinoa is quickly becoming a favorite of mine. it’s so versatile and packed with protein…it really is the perfect thing. especially with my new year’s focus being on health and eating well! these little gluten free, pizza bites were super easy to mix up, and all of the ingredients could be swapped for your own favorite pizza toppings. dunked in the pizza sauce at the end, and you’ll swear you’re eating pizza. almost!
mushroom & spinach quinoa pizza bites
2 cups cooked quinoa
1 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup shredded mozzerella
1/2 cup shredded parmesan
3 garlic cloves, finely chopped or grated
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon thyme
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups of fresh spinach leaves, torn into little pieces
1/2 cup finely chopped baby bella mushrooms (or your favorite kind)
2 eggs, beaten
seasoned tomato sauce for dipping
preheat your oven to 350 degrees. cook your quinoa according to your package instructions, and then mix together all of the ingredients except for the pizza sauce, and add the eggs last. using a lightly greased or non-stick mini muffin tin, tightly pack 1 heaping tablespoon into each muffin spot, filling each of them to the top. bake for 20 minutes, or until they are golden brown. serve right away with some seasoned tomato sauce. i had 32 pizza bites from this recipe, so it does make a lot! put your leftovers in the fridge and then reheat them in the toaster oven whenever you’re ready for more!
