Quinoa Spinach Breakfast Bars (Vegan, Oil-Free, GF)

5 from 16 votes

Quinoa Spinach Breakfast Bars (Vegan, Oil-Free, GF)

High in protein and fiber, these easy quinoa spinach breakfast bars are the savory, grab and go breakfast you have been seeking. They are vegan, oil-free, gluten-free and only 122 calories each.

Prep Time10

Cook Time40

Total Time1 25

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: American

Keyword: breakfast quinoa, energy bar made with spinach, portable savory snack, quinoa, quinoa appetizer, savory breakfast, savory energy bars, spinach

Servings:

Author: Camilla

Ingredients

1 cup quinoa
3.25 cups water divided use
3/4 cup chickpea flour
3 tablespoons nutritional yeast
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
6 ounces pre-washed fresh spinach leaves chopped
Optional: 1 teaspoon each of garlic powder, onion powder, dried mixed herbs (e.g., herbes de Provence)

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Instructions

Prepare the quinoa: Combine the quinoa with 2 cups (473 mL) water in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and cook 14 to 16 minutes until water has been absorbed.
Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 350F (180C). Line a 9-inch (22.5 cm) square baking dish with parchment paper (alternatively use a nonstick ceramic baking pan, or, if you eat some oil, spray with nonstick cooking spray).
In a large mixing bowl, whisk the remaining 1.25 cups water with the chickpea flour, nutritional yeast, salt, pepper, and any or all of the optional seasonings. Add the spinach and quinoa, stirring to combine.
Spread quinoa mixture in prepared pan, smoothing the top.
Bake 35 to 40 minutes until set and light golden brown on top. Transfer pan to cooling rack.
Cool completely in pan. Cut into 9 squares or the shapes you prefer. Remove from pan. The bars can be served warm or cold.

Notes

Storage: Store the cooled bars in an airtight container in refrigerator for up to 5 days or the freezer for up to 6 months (thaw in the refrigerator or microwave). Serve cold or re-warm for 15 to30 seconds in the microwave.

Spinach Alternatives: Other chopped greens (e.g., Swiss chard, kale) or finely chopped or shredded vegetables (e.g., 1 to 1.5 cups carrots, bell peppers, green onions, tomatoes, broccoli or cauliflower) can be used in place of the spinach.

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