Easy Bake Rainbow Grain Bites - Healthy Fun for Kids!

Ingredients

• 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
• 2 cups water
• 1 cup grated zucchini
• 1 cup grated carrots
• 1 red bell pepper, finely chopped
• 1/2 cup frozen peas, thawed
• 1/2 cup whole wheat flour (or gluten-free flour)
• 1 large egg (or flax egg for vegan option)
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil (optional)
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (or nutritional yeast for vegan option)