Quinoa Burger
This vegan quinoa burger recipe is easy, healthy and packed with protein. There's no food processor required and it comes together in one bowl
Servings 4 servings
Calories 231kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- ¼ cup uncooked quinoa
- ½ cup water
- 1 15 oz can black beans rinsed and drained
- 3 oz tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon oregano
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ⅓ cup breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Burger buns and toppings of choice
Instructions
- In a small pot, cook the quinoa with water and add salt to taste. Bring a boil, cover and simmer for 14 minutes. Uncover and fluff with a fork.
- In a large bowl, add the rinsed black beans and mash the bean fully with a fork or potato masher. Add the cooked quinoa to the black beans, then add the tomato paste, all the seasoning and the breadcrumbs. Form four patties.
- Heat olive oil in a grill pan, place the quinoa burgers in the pan and fry over medium heat for about 4 minutes per side.
- Build a burger with your favorite buns and toppings.
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Notes
Storage: Store the patties in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop until warmed through.
Freezing Instructions: You can freeze the quinoa burgers before cooking by placing them on a baking sheet in the freezer. When frozen, transfer to an airtight container or freezer bag and keep for 3 months.
Baking Instructions: Place the patties on a greased baking dish and bake for 15 minutes at 400°F. Then flip and bake for an additional 5 minutes.
Substitutes: For best results, follow the recipe as is. However here are some common substitutes that would work well in this recipe.
- Instead of quinoa, you can use cooked brown rice instead.
- Instead of black beans, you can use other types of beans like pinto beans or kidney beans.
- Instead of breadcrumbs, you can use panko breadcrumbs or all-purpose flour or almond flour. This helps to bind the burger and give it structure.
Nutrition
Calories: 231kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 5g | Sodium: 963mg | Potassium: 653mg | Fiber: 10g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 570IU | Vitamin C: 7.8mg | Calcium: 73mg | Iron: 3.9mg