Spicy, Low-Fat Veggie Burgers (Vegan, Gluten-Free, Soy-Free)

Veggie burgers have been around since the early 1980s and have gained popularity as a healthier alternative to traditional meat burgers.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 40 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 18.

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Spicy, Low-Fat Veggie Burgers (Vegan, Gluten-Free, Soy-Free)

Cooking Method: Baking, Grilling Cuisine: American, International Courses: Gluten free, Lunch, Main Course, Vegan Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 10 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 40 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Black beans
• 1 cup Quinoa
• 1 medium Red bell pepper
• 1 small Red onion
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• ¹⁄₂ cup Gluten-free breadcrumbs
• ¹⁄₄ cup Fresh cilantro
• 1 tablespoon Lime juice
• 1 sliced Avocado
• 4 leaves Lettuce leaves
• 1 sliced Tomato
• 4 buns Gluten-free burger buns

Instructions

1. Cook quinoa according to package instructions.
2. In a food processor, combine black beans, cooked quinoa, red bell pepper, red onion, garlic cloves, ground cumin, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Pulse until well combined.
3. Transfer the mixture to a bowl and add gluten-free breadcrumbs, fresh cilantro, and lime juice. Mix well.
4. Form the mixture into patties and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
5. Preheat the grill or oven to medium heat.
6. Brush the patties with olive oil and grill or bake for about 5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown.
7. Assemble the veggie burgers by placing a patty on a gluten-free burger bun. Top with avocado slices, lettuce leaves, and tomato slices.
8. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5g8%

Total Carbohydrate 40g14%

Sugars 5g

Protein 10g20%

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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.