# Sweet Potato & Quinoa Savoury Pancakes

**By Merve Tığlı** · 2026-07-05

Savoury little pancakes built on sweet potato and quinoa, flecked with fresh basil and parsley — a wholesome, protein-rich bite for any time of day.

**Makes about 18**

### Nutrition (per pancake, estimated)

-   Energy: 47 kcal
-   Protein: 2 g
-   Fat: 1 g
-   Carbohydrate: 6 g
-   Fibre: 1 g

_Estimated values._

### Ingredients

-   1¾ cups cooked quinoa (any colour)
-   2 cups grated sweet potato (about 2, depending on size) — squeeze out the liquid with a paper towel after grating
-   1 small (or ½ large) grated courgette, about 1 cup — squeeze out the liquid with a paper towel after grating
-   6 egg whites
-   ½ cup fresh basil leaves, finely chopped
-   ½ cup fresh parsley leaves, finely chopped
-   1 teaspoon salt
-   ¼ teaspoon black pepper
-   1 dessertspoon olive oil

### Method

Combine everything except the olive oil in a large bowl. Spread the olive oil evenly across a medium pan using a paper towel and heat over medium for 1–2 minutes. Take about 2 tablespoons of the mixture, shape into a round, and cook each side for 3 minutes. Continue until the mixture is used up (you should get about 18). Serve with plenty of fresh herbs. Enjoy!

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> Source: [nFit Diet & Nutrition](https://shop.nfitdiet.com/blogs/nfit-recipes/sweet-potato-quinoa-savoury-pancakes)