Quinoa Black Bean Burgers

Looking for a delicious and healthy meal? These Quinoa Black Bean Burgers are perfect! They are easy to make and packed with flavor. You can enjoy them for lunch, dinner, or even at a weekend barbecue. Plus, they’re great for anyone trying to eat less meat.

Why Make This Recipe

Making Quinoa Black Bean Burgers is a great idea for many reasons. They are nutritious, filling, and super simple to prepare. If you have beans and quinoa at home, you can whip these up in no time. They’re a hit with both kids and adults, making dinnertime a breeze!

How to Make Quinoa Black Bean Burgers

Ingredients:

• 0.5 cup water
• 0.25 cup quinoa
• 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
• 0.5 cup bread crumbs
• 0.25 cup minced yellow bell pepper
• 1 large egg
• 2 tablespoons minced onion
• 1 large clove garlic, minced
• 1.5 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce (such as Frank's RedHot®)
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 3 tablespoons olive oil

Directions:

1. Start by bringing the water and quinoa to a boil in a saucepan. Once it’s boiling, lower the heat to medium-low, cover it up, and let it simmer until the quinoa is tender and has absorbed all the water, which will take about 15 to 20 minutes.

2. In a large bowl, roughly mash the black beans with a fork. Leave some beans whole for texture. Then, mix in the cooked quinoa, bread crumbs, yellow bell pepper, egg, onion, garlic, cumin, hot pepper sauce, and salt. Use your hands to combine everything well.

3. Shape the mixture into about 5 patties.

4. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Place the patties in the skillet and cook for about 2 to 3 minutes on each side until they're heated through and have a nice golden brown color.

How to Serve Quinoa Black Bean Burgers

Serve these tasty burgers on a bun with your favorite toppings, like lettuce, tomato, and avocado. You can also enjoy them on their own with a side salad or some roasted veggies for a healthy meal.

How to Store Quinoa Black Bean Burgers

You can store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. To reheat, simply pop them in the microwave or skillet until warmed through.

Tips to Make Quinoa Black Bean Burgers

• Make sure to rinse the black beans well, as it helps remove excess sodium.
• Adjust the spices to your taste—if you like it spicier, add more hot pepper sauce!
• If the mixture is too wet, you can add a bit more bread crumbs.

Variations

Feel free to customize your burgers! You can add other veggies like corn or zucchini, or even mix in different herbs for unique flavors.

FAQs

Can I freeze Quinoa Black Bean Burgers?
Yes! They freeze well. Just place them in a freezer-safe container, and they can last for about 3 months.

Are these burgers gluten-free?
They can be! Just make sure to use gluten-free bread crumbs.

Can I make these burgers vegan?
Absolutely! Just replace the egg with a flaxseed egg (1 tablespoon flaxseed meal + 2.5 tablespoons water, mixed and let sit for 5 minutes).