How to Make Quinoa Black Bean Burger
This flavorful, vegetarian burger is packed with protein and fiber from black beans and quinoa. Pair with a filling salad on the side, like this Broccoli and Spinach Salad, for a satisfying, meatless meal. These are great to make ahead and freeze—after forming the patties, lay them out on a baking sheet and pop them in the freezer. Once they are frozen solid, you can take them off the sheet and store them in a freezer-safe bag.
15 min prep time
30 min cook time
9servings
1 burger
Step-By-Step Instructions:
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Cook dried quinoa in water according to package directions.
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Puree 1 can black beans, 1/4 cup salsa and egg in a blender or food processor until smooth.
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Pour cooked quinoa in a medium bowl; add pureed beans, remaining 1 can black beans, cornmeal, chili powder, cumin and cayenne pepper and mix together until well blended.
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Form bean mixture into nine, 1/2-inch thick patties.
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Coat a large skillet or grill pan with cooking spray and heat over medium heat. Add black bean patties and grill about 2-3 minutes per side, until slightly brown.
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Serve each black bean burger in lettuce wrap topped with 1 Tbsp. salsa and an avocado slice.
Nutrition facts
9 Servings
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Serving Size
1 burger
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Amount per serving
Calories
210
- % Daily value*
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Total Fat
4g
5%-
Saturated Fat
1g
5% -
Trans Fats
0g
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Saturated Fat
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Cholesterol
20mg
7% -
Sodium
380mg
17% -
Total Carbohydrate
34g
12%-
Dietary Fiber
11g
39% -
Total Sugars
2g
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Added Sugars
0g
0%
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Dietary Fiber
-
Protein
11g
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Potassium
548mg
12%