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Crispy Quinoa & Black Bean Burgers

These crispy quinoa and black bean burgers are hearty, nutritious, and packed with flavor, making them perfect for cozy dinners or weekend barbecues.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Vegan
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 1 cup quinoa, cooked Make sure quinoa is cooked before adding.
  • 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed Use any variety of black beans.
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs Use gluten-free breadcrumbs if necessary.
  • 1/4 cup onion, finely chopped Use any type of onion you prefer.
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced Feel free to add more garlic if desired.
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • to taste Salt and pepper Adjust according to your taste preference.
  • as needed Olive oil for cooking Use enough to coat the pan.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, black beans, breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  2. Mash the mixture together until well combined.
  3. Form the mixture into burger patties.
Cooking
  1. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
  2. Cook the patties for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until they’re golden brown and crispy.
Serving
  1. Serve on buns or over a fresh salad.

Notes

Store leftovers tightly wrapped in the fridge for 4-5 days. For longer storage, freeze uncooked patties for up to 3 months. Consider adding jalapeños or smoked paprika for extra flavor.