Mini Crab Quinoa Cakes

500 Best Quinoa Recipes Makes 2 dozen

• Ready In: 40 mins
• Yields: 2 dozen

Ingredients

• 1⁄2 teaspoon sea salt
• 1⁄4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1⁄4 cup mayonnaise
• 2  tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 1  teaspoon fresh lemon zest
• 1 1⁄2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1  cup  cooked quinoa, cooled
• 3⁄4 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 1⁄2 cup  roasted red pepper, chopped
• 1⁄4 cup  finely chopped green onion
• 2  large  egg whites, beaten
• 1  lb lump crabmeat, drained

Directions

1. In large bowl, whisk together salt, pepper, mayo, mustard, and lemon. Stir in quinoa, panko, peppers, onions and egg whites.
2. Divide mixture into 24 portions. Form each into ½ inch thick patty. Cover and refrigerate 30 minutes.
3. Cook in skillet, 2-3 minutes per side or until golden.