Gluten Free Vegan Quinoa Burgers

Bursting with wholesome ingredients and bold flavors, these Gluten-Free Vegan Quinoa Burgers are the perfect plant-based alternative to traditional burgers. Packed with protein-rich quinoa, hearty black beans, and a medley of shredded carrots, onions, and garlic, these patties are not only delicious but also nutritious. The combination of gluten-free oat flour, ground flaxseed, and savory spices like smoked paprika and cumin creates a flavorful and satisfying texture that holds together beautifully without eggs or breadcrumbs. Pan-seared to golden perfection in olive oil, these burgers boast a crispy exterior and a tender, flavorful interior. Serve them on gluten-free buns or lettuce wraps, topped with your favorite condiments, for a meal that’s as healthy as it is comforting. Ready in under an hour, they’re ideal for weeknight dinners or impressing guests at your next cookout!

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup quinoa
• 2 cups water
• 1 cup black beans, cooked and drained
• 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed
• 5 tablespoons water (for flax egg)
• 1 medium carrot, shredded
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup gluten-free oat flour
• 3 tablespoons nutritional yeast
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil (for cooking)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the quinoa thoroughly under cold water. In a medium saucepan, combine the quinoa and water. Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook for about 15 minutes or until the water is absorbed. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix the ground flaxseed with 5 tablespoons of water. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until it forms a gel-like consistency (this is your flax egg).

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, mash the black beans with a fork or potato masher until mostly smooth, leaving some texture.

Step 4

Add the cooked quinoa, flax egg, shredded carrot, chopped onion, minced garlic, gluten-free oat flour, nutritional yeast, smoked paprika, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper to the bowl with the black beans. Mix everything together thoroughly.

Step 5

Using your hands, form the mixture into 6 evenly sized burger patties.

Step 6

Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Once hot, cook the burger patties in batches, about 4-5 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy on the outside.

Step 7

Serve the quinoa burgers on gluten-free buns or lettuce wraps with your favorite toppings and condiments. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1324.7 grams (1324.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1716

Total Fat 55.20g	71%
Saturated Fat 6.20g	31%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3636mg	158%
Total Carbohydrate 237.90g	87%
Dietary Fiber 38.90g	139%
Total Sugars 8.20g
Protein 73.30g	147%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 319mg	25%
Iron 19mg	108%
Potassium 2093mg	45%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 28.5%

Protein: 16.8%

Carbs: 54.6%