Meatless California Burger

The California Burger was first created in the 1980s in California as a healthier and more sustainable alternative to traditional meat burgers.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 35 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 16.

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Meatless California Burger

Cooking Method: Grilling Cuisine: American, California Courses: Burger, Lunch, Vegan, Vegetarian Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 10 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 35 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1400

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 can Black beans
• 1 cup Quinoa
• 1 medium Red bell pepper
• 1 small Red onion
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves
• 1 bunch Cilantro
• 1 juice of Lime
• 1 cup Bread crumbs
• 1 teaspoon Cumin
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Pepper
• 1 sliced Avocado
• 1 sliced Tomato
• 4 leaves Lettuce
• 4 each Whole wheat burger buns

Instructions

1. Rinse and drain the black beans. Cook the quinoa according to package instructions.
2. In a food processor, combine the black beans, cooked quinoa, red bell pepper, red onion, garlic cloves, cilantro, lime juice, bread crumbs, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Pulse until well combined.
3. Form the mixture into patties and place on a baking sheet. Refrigerate for 15 minutes.
4. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium heat. Cook the patties for 4-5 minutes per side, or until browned and heated through.
5. Assemble the burgers by placing the cooked patties on the whole wheat burger buns. Top with sliced avocado, tomato, and lettuce.
6. Serve the Meatless California Burgers with your favorite condiments and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10g16%

Total Carbohydrate 50g17%

Sugars 10g

Protein 15g30%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.