Quinoa And Mushroom Veggie Burgers Recipe

Name: Quinoa And Mushroom Veggie Burgers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 small zucchini; 10 medium mixed mushrooms; 1/4 cup minced onion; 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 1/4 cup finely grated parmesan cheese; 2 cups cooked quinoa (3/4 cup when dry); 2 teaspoons coarse salt; fresh ground pepper; 2 large eggs, lightly beaten; 1 1/2 cups fresh whole wheat breadcrumbs; 1 cup mixed sprouts; 6 whole wheat buns, split

Servings: persons

2 small zucchini
10 medium mixed mushrooms
1/4 cup minced onion
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/4 cup finely grated parmesan cheese
2 cups cooked quinoa (3/4 cup when dry)
2 teaspoons coarse salt
fresh ground pepper
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 1/2 cups fresh whole wheat breadcrumbs
1 cup mixed sprouts
6 whole wheat buns, split

1
Pulse mushrooms in a food processor until finely chopped or use the grater attachment if, like mine, your processor doesn't do mushrooms well. Transfer to a bowl.
2
Shred zucchini and remove excess moisture with paper towells. Add to mushrooms.
3
Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large pan over medium heat.
4
Add shallot/onion and red-pepper flakes, and cook until softened, about 2 minutes.
5
Add mushrooms and zucchini, and cook until tender, about 2 minutes.
6
Remove from heat, and add Parmesan, quinoa, and salt.
7
Season with pepper.
8
Let cool completely, then stir in egg and breadcrumbs.
9
Cover, and refrigerate until cold and firm, about 1 hour.
10
Heat remaining 2 tablespoons oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
11
Shape mixture into six 1/2-inch-thick patties, pressing firmly.
12
Cook in batches until golden brown and cooked through, about 3 minutes per side.
13
Wipe pan clean, and return to medium heat.
14
Brush cut sides of buns with oil, and heat buns, cut sides down, until toasted, about 1 minute.
15
Assemble burgers and enjoy!

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 small zucchini, 10 medium mixed mushrooms, 1/4 cup minced onion, 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes, and more.

Yes, Quinoa And Mushroom Veggie Burgers falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Quinoa And Mushroom Veggie Burgers

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