Quinoa Veggie Burger

Savor the delightful fusion of nutritious quinoa and sweet potatoes, perfectly spiced to create a hearty veggie burger. Enjoy this healthy and delicious meal on a whole-grain bun with your choice of fresh toppings.

Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 20 minutes
Serves: 6

Ingredients

1 cup quinoa

2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed

1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed

1/2 cup breadcrumbs

1/4 cup finely chopped onion

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 tbsp olive oil

1 tsp ground cumin

1 tsp smoked paprika

1/2 tsp chili powder

Salt and pepper to taste

Whole-grain buns

Lettuce

Tomato slices

Avocado slices

Instructions

1. Cook quinoa according to package instructions and set aside.

2. In a large pot, boil sweet potatoes until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and mash.

3. In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, mashed sweet potatoes, black beans, breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, olive oil, cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper.

4. Mix until well combined and form into 6 patties.

5. In a large skillet, heat a tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Cook patties for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and heated through.

6. Serve on whole-grain buns with lettuce, tomato slices, and avocado slices.

Storage

Store uncooked patties in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating

Reheat in a skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes on each side until heated through.

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This recipe is for informational purposes only. Always follow proper food safety practices, cook foods to safe internal temperatures, and store leftovers appropriately. Results may vary.