Description
Savor the flavors of homemade veggie burgers that are hearty, nutritious, and bursting with color. Perfect for any occasion, these burgers are easy to prepare and can impress both vegetarians and meat lovers alike. With a delightful mix of black beans and quinoa, seasoned vegetables, and a hint of spices, you’ll have a satisfying meal ready in no time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1 cup bell peppers, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup sweet onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 egg (or flax egg for vegan option)
- 2 tbsp olive oil (for cooking)
Instructions
- Rinse quinoa under cold water and cook it in two cups of water over medium heat until fluffy.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil. Sauté onions and bell peppers until soft (about 5-7 minutes).
- In a bowl, mash black beans until mostly smooth but slightly chunky.
- Combine the cooked quinoa, sautéed veggies, mashed beans, minced garlic, spices, breadcrumbs, and egg in the bowl; mix until well combined.
- Form the mixture into patties (about 1 inch thick).
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook each patty for about 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger patty (120g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Customize by adding herbs or spices like chili powder for extra kick. Serve on toasted buns with your favorite toppings such as avocado or fresh veggies. For meal prep, make extra patties and freeze them between parchment paper for future meals.