Zucchini, Ham and Cheese Quinoa Cups

Zucchini, Ham, and Cheese Quinoa Cups

Total Time: 39 min.
Prep Time: 24 min.
Cooking Time: 15 min.
Yield: 8 servings, 2 each
Ingredients:
Nonstick cooking spray
2 cups cooked quinoa
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
2 large egg whites (¼ cup)
1 cup shredded zucchini (about 1 medium)
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
2 Tbsp. grated Parmesan cheese
½ cup diced lean ham
¼ cup finely chopped parsley
2 medium green onions, chopped
Sea salt (or Himalayan salt) and ground black pepper (to taste; optional)
Preparation:
1. Heat oven to 375° F.
2. Lightly coat two regular twelve-cup muffin tins with spray. Set aside.
3. Combine quinoa, eggs, egg whites, zucchini, cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, ham, parsley, and green onions in a large bowl; mix well. Season with salt and pepper, if desired.
4. Evenly pour quinoa mixture into muffin cups.
5. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of cups comes out clean.
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