Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Homemade Veggie Burger, packed with protein and freshness. Each bite features a savory black bean patty accented by sautéed onions and garlic, complemented by creamy avocado and crisp lettuce. Perfect for summer cookouts or weeknight dinners, these burgers are sure to satisfy both veggie lovers and meat enthusiasts alike!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1 cup whole wheat breadcrumbs
- 1/2 medium onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 large egg (or 1 tbsp flaxseed meal + 3 tbsp water)
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 4 whole grain or gluten-free buns
- Lettuce, tomato slices, avocado slices
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients: Rinse black beans and cook quinoa as per package instructions.
- Sauté aromatics: Heat a skillet over medium heat and sauté onion and garlic until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Mix everything: In a bowl, combine black beans, cooked quinoa, sautéed onion-garlic mix, breadcrumbs, egg (or flaxseed), cumin, and chili powder. Mash gently until well combined.
- Form patties: Shape mixture into patties using your hands.
- Cook burgers: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook patties for about 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Assemble your burger: Toast buns lightly; layer with lettuce, tomato slices, avocado, and the veggie patty.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 70mg