Kid-Friendly Quinoa Bites (Pizza Flavor)

This healthy, gluten-free, kid-friendly quinoa recipe is a must-try! Pizza-flavored Quinoa Bites make a nutritious meal or snack the whole family will love. They're the perfect pizza alternative that's so easy to make.

Eureka! We found a healthy quinoa recipe for kids!

Every single one of our four adorable yet discerning kiddos actually likes them. It's a Healthy Food Recipe, and it's super easy to make! It's like finding gold!

Quinoa Pizza Bites are delicious and a great alternative to traditional pizza, usually high in fat and sodium. These make a great recipe to feed your toddler!

If you want to Cook Your Quinoa Perfectly, follow this easy tutorial. 

Over the years, we've tried a kazillion recipes that we think the kids will like, only to have a ton of leftovers that no one will eat. We thought we struck it rich the day every one of the kids thought this recipe was super good!

Kids love oatmeal bars for a healthy snack or this Crockpot Pizza Casserole.

Benefits of Quinoa

If you don't know quinoa, the superfood, let me introduce you.

Quinoa seeds {yes, it's a seed, not a grain} contain all the essential amino acids like lysine and small quantities of calcium, phosphorus, and iron. Quinoa also provides small amounts of omega-3 fatty acids and fiber.

It's also considered a complete protein. What other seed or grain can do that? Quinoa is gluten-free and easy to digest, so those with sensitivities can enjoy this one.

How to Make Gluten-Free Quinoa Pizza Bites

With your leftover cooked quinoa, these Pizza Cups can be on the table in 20 minutes and only require one bowl for prep. (That's my kind of recipe!)

Step 1 - Preheat Your Oven + Prep Pan

First, preheat your oven to 400 degrees F. Spray the inside of the muffin pan with non-stick spray. 

Gather your ingredients. (You can use cheddar or mozzarella.)

Step 2 - Mix Ingredients

Next, place all your ingredients in a medium bowl except your parmesan cheese and pizza sauce. Stir to combine.

Step 2 - Fill Cups

Now, fill the mini muffin cups, and you're ready to bake!

Step 3 - Bake

Finally, top with parmesan cheese and broil for 30 seconds to a minute. Watch them closely so they don't burn. Your Quinoa Pizza Bites are done when they're golden brown.

Tips & Tricks

• You can use any cheese for this recipe, depending on your preference, but mozzarella is our top choice for the best pizza-flavored Quinoa Bites.
• You can use regular or turkey pepperoni in this recipe.
• For meal and snack prep, doubling the batch is a good idea.
• This recipe is so simple, and the kids can certainly help!
• Quinoa Bites are best served with marinara or kid-favorite ranch dressing. 

What Are Good Flavor Combinations?

You can certainly customize your quinoa bites for many flavor combinations.

• To add more nutritional value, try adding shredded vegetables like zucchini or carrots to the recipe.
• Ham and cheese is a wonderful variation. 
• Bacon! Yes, bacon is a great addition or stand-alone ingredient. 

Can You Freeze Them?

Yes, you can definitely freeze these pizza bites made with quinoa. They are great to pull from the freezer when you're in a rush or need something healthy. 

• To freeze for later, take the quinoa bites out of the muffin pan, place individual baked cups on a cookie sheet, and freeze until solid. Then, transfer to a freezer-safe bag. You always want to prevent freezer burn. To thaw, microwave for 20-40 seconds, depending on how many bites you're reheating.

Note: They keep in an airtight container stored in the refrigerator for about a week.

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We updated the recipe with additional instructions and photographs on 1/31/2020.