"These easy Quinoa Vegetarian Meatballs are packed full of traditional Italian spices and two types of cheese! They are first pan seared and then baked for a beautiful crispy exterior and tender, flavorful interior. So toothsome, you will never even miss the meat!..."
INGREDIENTS
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2 cups cooked quinoa [instruction below]
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1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
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1/4 cup asiago cheese, grated
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1/4 cup fresh basil, minced
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2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, minced
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1 teaspoon fresh oregano, minced
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1/2 teaspoon fresh thyme
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3 small garlic gloves, minced fine
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1 large egg
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2 large pinches kosher salt
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper
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1/4 cup Italian seasoned bread crumbs
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1 pinch to 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes