Loaded Quinoa Veggie Burgers

These burgers are easy to make and are packed with protein. Here is the original recipe from Can You Stay For Dinner. I usually add spices and/or Organicville BBQ sauce to the mixture for a little more flavour.

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup uncooked quinoa
• 1 carrot, diced
• 4 green onions, sliced
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed (15oz)
• 1/4 cup gluten-free breadcrumbs
• 1 large organic egg, lightly beaten
• 1 tablespoon ground cumin
• ¾ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

Directions

1. Cook your quinoa by bringing 3/4 cup water to a boil in a small pot. Add quinoa, cover, and reduce heat to low.
2. Cook for about 12-14 minutes, until liquid is absorbed. Set quinoa aside. 
3. In a food processor, pulse carrot until finely chopped. Add the cooked quinoa, green onions, garlic, beans, breadcrumbs, egg, cumin, salt, and pepper and pulse until it is slightly chunky. 
4. With your hands, make four patties.
5. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Cook burgers until browned, about 8 minutes per side.
6. Add your favourite toppings like caramelized onions, sliced avocado, and chipotle aioli!

serves 4


Additional notes

• Look for beans packaged in cans that are BPA free like Eden Organic.