Broccoli Cakes

Name: Broccoli Cakes
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1/2 cup quinoa (uncooked) or 1 1/2 cups cooked (see notes); 1 cup of water; 4 -5 cups fresh broccoli florets (1/2 lb); 2 scallions, diced; 1 egg; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 1 garlic clove, finely minced (or 1/2 teaspoon granulated garlic); 1/4 cup almond flour (or usse regular flour or bread crumbs), more as needed; 1/2 cup grated cheese (cheddar, jack, mozzarella or vegan cheese); 2-3 tablespoons oil for searing