Va Voom Veggie Burgers

Veggie burgers have been around since ancient times, with records of vegetarian patties made from legumes and grains dating back to the Middle Ages.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 45 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 15.

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Va Voom Veggie Burgers

Cooking Method: Grilling, Pan frying Cuisine: American, International Courses: Lunch, Main Course, Vegetarian Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 15 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 45 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1400

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 can Black beans
• 1 cup Quinoa
• 1 medium Carrot
• 1 medium Red bell pepper
• 1 small Red onion
• 2 clove Garlic cloves
• ¹⁄₄ cup Fresh cilantro
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Paprika
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Black pepper
• 4 piece Whole wheat burger buns
• 4 piece Lettuce leaves
• 4 piece Tomato slices
• 4 piece Avocado slices

Instructions

1. Rinse and drain the black beans. Cook quinoa according to package instructions.
2. In a large bowl, mash the black beans with a fork or potato masher.
3. Grate the carrot, red bell pepper, and red onion. Finely chop the garlic cloves and cilantro.
4. Add the cooked quinoa, grated vegetables, chopped garlic, cilantro, ground cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper to the mashed black beans. Mix well.
5. Form the mixture into patties and place them on a baking sheet. Refrigerate for 10 minutes to firm up.
6. Heat a grill pan or frying pan over medium heat. Cook the veggie burgers for about 5-6 minutes on each side, until browned and heated through.
7. Toast the burger buns.
8. Assemble the burgers by placing a veggie patty on each bun. Top with lettuce, tomato slices, and avocado slices.
9. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10g16%

Total Carbohydrate 45g15%

Sugars 5g

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.