Garden-Inspired Recipes & Cooking

Black Bean Quinoa Veggie Burger Recipe

Meat-eater or not, this black bean quinoa veggie burger recipe is one you’re going to love. It’s rare to find veggie burgers that grill — and this one grills magnificently. This recipe uses quinoa, black beans, and tons of seasoning to make sure you have a tasty burger.

Top with your favorite toppings (we suggest fresh veggies), and chow down! You can harvest this fresh lettuce & other veggies from your Gardenuity Garden Kit.

The whole family will love this healthy and eco-friendly alternative to the beef burger.

Veggie Burgers with Quinoa and Black Bean

Recipe by GardenuityCourse: Lunch/DinnerCuisine: BurgersDifficulty: Easy
Servings

4

servings
Prep time

10

minutes
Cooking time

10

minutes
Calories

415

kcal
Total time

20

minutes

Quinoa, black bean, paprika, oregano, and more make up this tasty veggie burger patty. Top with your favorite condiments and veggies to create a delicious burger for the whole family.

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup uncooked quinoa

  • 2/3 cup water

  • 1 can black beans (15 oz), rinsed and drained

  • 1/3 cup breadcrumbs

  • 3 oz tomato paste

  • 1 tsp paprika

  • 1/2 tsp oregano

  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder

  • 1 tsp onion powder

  • 1/2 tsp pepper

  • 1/2 tsp salt

  • 1 Tbsp olive oil

  • Burger buns of your choice

  • Freshly harvested lettuce

  • Freshly harvested tomatoes

  • Cheese, onions, and other toppings, optional

Directions

  • Place quinoa with water and a pinch of salt in a small pot. Bring to a boil. Once boiling, reduce heat, cover, and let simmer for 14 minutes.
  • Add rinsed black beans to a large bowl and mash with a fork or potato masher. Add cooked quinoa to the black beans and mix. Add tomato paste, seasoning, and breadcrumbs to the bowl. Mix.
  • Form four patties with the mixture.
  • Heat olive in a grill pan over medium heat. Place quinoa burgers on the fry pan for 4 minutes per side.
  • Build your burger with your favorite buns, fresh veggies, and more.

Let us know how you enjoy this black bean quinoa burger recipe! You can tag us on social media @gardenuity!

If you want more plant-based recipes take a look at our 7 favorite plant-based recipes they are healthy and ecofriendly!

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