Ingredients
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- 1 cup cooked black beans (rinsed if canned)
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 1 cup bell peppers (chopped)
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 large egg or 2 tbsp flaxseed meal mixed with water (for vegan option)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 whole wheat buns
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by rinsing black beans and quinoa. Chop onions and bell peppers into small pieces.
- In a pot, combine 1 cup of quinoa with 2 cups of water, bring to a boil, then simmer for about 15 minutes until fluffy.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add chopped onions and bell peppers; sauté until softened (about 5 minutes).
- In a large bowl, mash black beans and combine them with cooked quinoa, sautéed veggies, minced garlic, spices, salt, pepper, and your chosen binder (egg or flaxseed meal). Mix thoroughly.
- Using wet hands, form patties about ½ inch thick and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Preheat grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook each patty for about 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 veggie burger (150g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 70mg