Gluten-Free Cheesy Broccoli Quinoa Patties (2024)

These gluten-free Cheesy Broccoli Quinoa Patties make a great toddler lunch and baby-led weaning recipe! Easily turn this baby-led weaning recipe into a whole family meal by serving the patties in a hamburger bun alongside french fries and a salad.

*This post was originally published on June 1, 2022, and updated on March 7, 2023.

Easy Baby-Led Weaning Recipe

I’ve been trying to build my arsenal of easy baby-led weaning recipes that can also serve as a toddler snack or toddler lunch, as well as something that I would actually like! Basically, I love when one meal can function for all members of the family! These Cheesy Broccoli Quinoa Patties are definitely whole-family-approved!

This recipe requires minimal ingredients and is very easy to prepare. They are also freezer-friendly, so you can make them in advance!

Ingredients in Broccoli Quinoa Patties

Avocado oil (or olive oil)

Avocado oil spray (or any vegetable oil spray)

Quinoa

Broccoli florets

Garlic

Salt

Shredded cheddar cheese

Eggs

Almond flour

How to Make Broccoli Quinoa Patties

STEP 1 – Cook the broccoli

In a microwave-safe bowl, cover broccoli with water and cook in the microwave for approximately 4-6 minutes or until broccoli is tender.

STEP 2 – Process ingredients

Meanwhile, add remaining ingredients, except for avocado oil, to a food processor. Carefully, drain the broccoli and add cooked broccoli to the food processor. Process the ingredients until mixed well.

STEP 3 – Cook the patties

Heat a large pan or skillet over medium heat and coat with avocado oil. Scoop a large spoonful of the mixture out with a spoon and then, using your hands, form a patty and place it in the pan. Repeat with the rest of the mixture. Cook for 5 minutes on one side or until golden brown. Spray the tops of the patties with avocado oil spray, then flip and cook for an additional 4-5 minutes until cooked through.

A Baby-Led Weaning Recipe for the Whole Family

These Cheesy Broccoli Quinoa Patties are perfect for baby-led weaning and can easily be adapted (or served as is!) for a toddler or adult! When serving to a toddler, older child, or adult, you could serve with a dipping sauce like ranch, ketchup (we love Halo + Cleaver ketchup which has no added sugar!), or marinara sauce. You could serve these patties on a burger bun, alongside some french fries or roasted potatoes, and a salad.

Broccoli Patties FAQ

Can I use regular flour in these patties?

Yes! You can replace the almond flour with regular flour at a 1:1 ratio.

Can I make these Broccoli Patties vegan?

I personally haven’t tried making them vegan, so I can’t guarantee the result. You could try replacing the eggs with flax eggs. To do this, combine 2 tablespoons flaxseed meal with 5 tablespoons water in a small bowl and let sit for 5 minutes until it forms a gel-like consistency. Add this into the food processor as if it were eggs. You will also need to replace the cheese with a vegan cheese.

How do I store these Broccoli Quinoa Patties?

Fridge. Store in an air-tight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Freezer. Once patties have cooled, place them in a freezer-safe container or bag, separating each patty with a piece of parchment paper so they don’t stick together. To reheat, you can warm them in the microwave or in a pan.

Whole Family Approved Baby-Led Weaning Recipes

Protein Pizza (Baby-Led Weaning Friendly!)

Curried Butternut Squash and Pear Soup

Creamy Vegan White Bean Potato Soup

Healthy Mac and Cheese for Kids

Spinach Banana Muffins

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