Description
Enjoy the perfect blend of flavors and textures with this homemade veggie burger. Crispy on the outside and tender within, these delightful patties are packed with nutritious ingredients like black beans, quinoa, and fresh vegetables. Ideal for grilling or pan-frying, this recipe is customizable to satisfy even the pickiest eaters. Perfect for summer cookouts or cozy family dinners, these veggie burgers will have everyone coming back for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1 cup finely chopped fresh vegetables (bell peppers, onions, or carrots)
- 1 cup quick oats
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil (for cooking)
- 4 whole wheat buns
- Toppings: avocado slices, lettuce, tomato, pickles
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mash the black beans until mostly smooth.
- Add chopped vegetables and cooked quinoa to the mashed beans; mix well.
- Stir in oats, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until combined.
- Shape the mixture into four patties (about ½ inch thick) and place on parchment paper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook patties for about 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
- Assemble each burger on a whole wheat bun with desired toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg