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Quinoa Black Bean Burgers

Vegetarian Quinoa Black Bean Burgers are an awesome way to get more plants into your diet. Loads of flavor, great texture and delicious on a bun, salad, or even in a wrap. Gluten free, vegan friendly.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 5 large burgers
Calories: 166 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1-2 tablespoons oil avocado, olive or coconut
  • 1/2 cup diced onions
  • 1/2 tablespoon minced garlic 
  • 14 ounce can black beans low sodium, drained and rinsed
  • 1/2 cup cooked quinoa
  • 1/4 cup whole grain flour gluten free, all-purpose, or whole wheat white
  • 3/4 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon Coriander
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt plus more to taste
  • 1 large egg

Instructions

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  1. Sauté aromatics: In large skillet over medium high heat add oil, diced onions and minced garlic to hot pan. Cook onions and garlic until fragrant, stirring occasionally for 4-5 minutes. Transfer to heat-safe bowl and place in fridge to cool.
  2. Combine burger mixture: Meanwhile add drained/rinsed black beans to large bowl and mash with fork or potato masher. Add cooked quinoa, cooled onion-garlic mixture, flour, spices, salt and egg. Stir or mash until well combined and place mixture in fridge to chill for 30 minutes (up to overnight) – this will help the burger patties hold together better while cooking.
  3. Shape: Using a 1/3 cup measuring cup, scoop burger mixture and shape with hands. You should get about 5  burger patties.
  4. Cook burgers: In large skillet over medium heat, spray with oil if using cast iron pan, then place burger patties in pan without crowding. Cook for about 4 minutes on each side or until golden. Transfer cooked patties to tray and allow to cool slightly for 5 minutes before assembling buns. This will also help set the burgers a little more.
  5. Assemble: Assemble burgers with favorite toppings, buns or even as a salad topper. 

Notes

  • MAKE AHEAD - Prepare the vegetarian black bean burger recipe, but do not shape. Store covered in the fridge for up to 4 days.
  • STORAGE - Burgers will keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
  • FREEZE - Place the quinoa burgers in a freezer-safe container with small squares of parchment to prevent sticking. Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge.
  • Nutrition calculated based on 5 burgers, without bun and toppings.
  • Recipe slightly updated for better results while flipping burgers.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1veggie burger Calories 166kcal (8%) Carbohydrates 28g (9%) Protein 9g (18%) Fat 2g (3%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 2g Cholesterol 37mg (12%) Sodium 351mg (15%) Fiber 5g (20%) Sugar 2g (4%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 5large burgers

Amount Per Serving

Calories 166

% Daily Value*

Serving 1veggie burger
Calories 166kcal 8%
Carbohydrates 28g 9%
Protein 9g 18%
Fat 2g 3%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g 12%
Cholesterol 37mg 12%
Sodium 351mg 15%
Fiber 5g 20%
Sugar 2g 4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.