Gluten free: Healthy Quinoa Pancakes

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It’s an understatement to say that we discover a completely new, different pancake recipe every day.

If, like me, you’re prone to experimentation and like trying new flavors, then the ones we’re bringing you today are unexpectedly different.

Their base is quinoa, and that doesn’t contain gluten. This very moment could be important for some people when deciding whether to prepare them or not.

In any case, you only need a few ingredients for them, and since they have a neutral flavor, you can combine them with the filling you like.

If, like me, you're prone to experimentation and like trying new flavors, then the ones we're bringing you today are unexpectedly different. Their base is quinoa, and that doesn't contain gluten. This very moment could be important for some people when deciding whether to prepare them or not. In any case, you only need a few ingredients for them, and since they have a neutral flavor, you can combine them with the filling you like.

Step-by-Step Preparation for Gluten free: Healthy Quinoa Pancakes

Serving Size:
2 person
Time:
15 min
Difficulty:
simple

Ingredients

  • 1 cup (2.5 dl) quinoa
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • olive oil
  • Himalayan salt

Directions

  1. Step 1: Soak the Quinoa
    Place 1 cup of quinoa into a bowl.
    Pour 1 cup of water over it and let it soak for at least 8 hours (overnight is best).
    This step softens the quinoa and makes the pancakes easier to digest.
  2. Step 2: Drain and Rinse
    After soaking, drain the quinoa well.
    Rinse it under cold water to remove any bitterness.
  3. Step 3: Blend the Batter
    Add the soaked quinoa to a blender.
    Pour in fresh water (about ½ cup, adjust if needed for consistency).
    Add 2 teaspoons baking powder and a pinch of Himalayan salt.
    Blend until you get a smooth, compact batter. It should be slightly thick but pourable.
  4. Step 4: Heat the Pan
    Place a non-stick pan on medium-high heat.
    Add a small amount of olive oil and let it heat up until shimmering.
  5. Step 5: Cook the Pancakes
    Pour a small ladle of batter into the hot pan.
    Use the back of the spoon to gently shape into a round pancake.
    Cook for about 2–3 minutes on one side, until bubbles form and the edges begin to set.
    Flip carefully and cook the other side for another 2–3 minutes until golden brown.
  6. Step 6: Serve and Enjoy
    Stack the pancakes on a plate and serve them warm.
    Thanks to their neutral flavor, they work perfectly with both sweet fillings (like berries, yogurt, honey) and savory toppings (like avocado, smoked salmon, or hummus).
    Repeat with the remaining batter.

Pro Tip: For extra flavor, try adding spices like cinnamon for sweet pancakes or herbs like oregano and garlic powder for savory ones.

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