Quinoa Burger
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Refrigerate
30 mins
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Total Time
50 mins
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Servings
5
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Calories
198 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Quinoa Burger
Description
This Quinoa Burger combines cooked quinoa and brown rice as a protein-rich base with finely chopped spinach and diced red bell pepper for freshness and color. Spices such as cumin, chili powder, and garlic powder are mixed in for flavor, along with beaten eggs to bind the ingredients. Panko breadcrumbs or rolled oats add structure and texture, and plain Greek yogurt or mayonnaise keeps the mixture moist.
The mixture is refrigerated to firm up, then formed into patties using a measuring cup for consistent size. The patties are cooked in a skillet with a little oil or non-stick spray until golden and crisp on both sides. The cooked patties serve as a base for assembling burgers inside whole wheat buns or lettuce wraps, layered with provolone cheese, fresh arugula, tomato slices, onion, avocado, and a sauce such as BBQ, ranch, or Thousand Island.
The combination offers a textured, flavorful vegetarian burger that can be prepared ahead or frozen uncooked for future meals. Cooking from frozen involves either grilling directly or thawing overnight in the refrigerator. The recipe yields about five patties, making it suitable for multiple servings or future use.
Making ahead and freezing require proper storage in resealable bags with parchment paper to prevent sticking. This flexibility provides convenience for meal planning while maintaining quality and flavor.
Ingredients
- 2 cups quinoa about 1/2 cup dry, cooked
- 1 cup brown rice cooked
- 1/2 cup spinach packed then finely chopped, fresh leaves
- 1/2 red bell pepper , finely diced
- 2 large egg slightly beaten
- 1/2 cup panko bread crumbs (or rolled oats)
- 1/4 cup yogurt or mayonnaise, plain, Greek
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- salt to taste, freshly ground
- black pepper to taste, freshly ground
Assembly:
- 5 Whole Wheat Bun
- 5 lices provolone cheese
- 1 1/2 cups arugula baby
- 1 tomato , thinly sliced
- 1 onion , thinly sliced
- 1 avocado , thinly sliced
- sauce try homemade Chick-fil-A sauce, BBQ sauce, Ranch or Thousand Island Dressing, your favorite
Instructions
- Add all burger ingredients to a large mixing bowl and stir very well to combine. Taste and add a little more salt and pepper, or other spices, to your liking, if needed.
- Cover bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Line a large tray with parchment paper. Spoon burger mixture into a 1/2 cup measuring cup and pack it in with the back of a spoon.
- Invert mixture onto parchment paper. Use your hands to gently press down and mold the sides of the mixture to form a patty. Repeat with remaining mixture—it should make about 5 patties.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add a little oil to the pan or spray really well with non-stick cooking spray.
- Once hot, add patties. Cook for 3-4 minutes or until crisp and golden on the bottom.
- Very carefully flip them to the other side and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes or until golden brown on that side.
- Serve burgers on a whole wheat bun or lettuce wrap. Top with provolone cheese, arugula, tomato, avocado, onion, and desired sauce.
Notes
- Prepare burger patties up to 2 days ahead, storing them covered and uncooked in the refrigerator.
- Freeze uncooked patties flat in a resealable bag, separating layers with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Cook frozen patties directly on the grill or thaw in the refrigerator overnight before cooking.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 5Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 198 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 198kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 31g | 10% |
| Protein | 9g | 18% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 75mg | 25% |
| Sodium | 88mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 261mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 821IU | 16% |
| Vitamin C | 16mg | 18% |
| Calcium | 56mg | 6% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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