Quinoa Veggie Burger

Elevate your burger game with these irresistible Quinoa Veggie Burgers, a wholesome and flavorful plant-based alternative that's perfect for healthy weeknight dinners or weekend barbecues! Packed with protein-rich quinoa, hearty black beans, and vibrant grated carrot, these burgers are seasoned to perfection with smoky paprika and earthy cumin. The addition of green onion and garlic adds a fresh twist, while breadcrumbs and a lightly beaten egg bring everything together in a perfectly tender patty. Pan-seared to golden-brown perfection and served on toasted buns with crisp lettuce, juicy tomato slices, and your choice of toppings like creamy avocado or tangy mustard, this recipe comes together in just 35 minutes and serves 4 hungry burger lovers. Whether you're a vegetarian, looking to reduce your meat intake, or simply craving something new, these quinoa-based veggie burgers are a nutritious, satisfying showstopper!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup quinoa
• 2 cups water
• 1 15-ounce can (drained and rinsed) black beans
• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• 1 medium (grated) carrot
• 2 stalks (finely chopped) green onion
• 2 cloves (minced) garlic
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 large (lightly beaten) egg
• 2 tablespoons (divided) olive oil
• 4 pieces burger buns
• 4 leaves lettuce
• 1 large (sliced) tomato
• 0 optional toppings (e.g., ketchup, mustard, avocado, etc.)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the quinoa thoroughly under cold water to remove any bitterness. Combine the quinoa and water in a small pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the quinoa is tender and the water is fully absorbed. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, mash the black beans with a fork or potato masher until they are mostly broken down but still slightly chunky.

Step 3

Add the cooked quinoa, breadcrumbs, grated carrot, green onion, minced garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, black pepper, egg, and 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the bowl with the black beans. Mix thoroughly until the mixture comes together.

Step 4

Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each portion into a burger patty approximately 1/2-inch thick.

Step 5

Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the patties and cook for 4–5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and heated through. Be careful when flipping as the patties may be delicate.

Step 6

Toast the burger buns if desired, then assemble the burgers. Place a leaf of lettuce on the bottom bun, followed by a quinoa patty, a slice of tomato, and any additional toppings of your choice.

Step 7

Serve immediately and enjoy your homemade quinoa veggie burger!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1757.4 grams (1757.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2280

Total Fat 61.90g	79%
Saturated Fat 7.70g	39%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.80g
Cholesterol 220mg	73%
Sodium 8158mg	355%
Total Carbohydrate 348.10g	127%
Dietary Fiber 36.60g	131%
Total Sugars 40.40g
Protein 84.40g	169%

Vitamin D 54IU	269%
Calcium 569mg	44%
Iron 25mg	138%
Potassium 1061mg	23%

*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: 24.4%

Protein: 14.8%

Carbs: 60.9%