Quinoa-Black Bean Burgers Recipe

Name: Quinoa-Black Bean Burgers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 15 ounces black beans rinsed and drained well; 1/4 cup quinoa rinsed twice and drained; 1/2 cup vegetable stock or water; 1/2 cup bread crumbs panko; 1/4 cup sweet red bell peppers red, yellow, orange or green, minced; 2 tablespoons sweet vidalia onions minced; 2 teaspoons cumin ground; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; 1 teaspoon red hot pepper sauce; 1 large eggs lightly beaten; 2 1/2 tablespoons olive oil or vegetable oil

Servings: persons

15 ounces black beans rinsed and drained well
1/4 cup quinoa rinsed twice and drained
1/2 cup vegetable stock or water
1/2 cup bread crumbs panko
1/4 cup sweet red bell peppers red, yellow, orange or green, minced
2 tablespoons sweet vidalia onions minced
2 teaspoons cumin ground
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon red hot pepper sauce
1 large eggs lightly beaten
2 1/2 tablespoons olive oil or vegetable oil

1
In a small saucepan, bring quinoa and stock or water to boil.
2
Reduce heat and cover; simmer until quinoa is tender and the liquid is absorbed, about 15 to 20 minutes.
3
In a medium bowl, rounghly mash the black beans with a fork, leaving some whole, to a paste consistency.
4
Mix the quinoa, bread crumbs, bell pepper, onion, garlic, cumin, salt, hot pepper sauce and egg into the black bean paste using your hands; form into 6 uniform patties; refrigerate 30 minutes.
5
Heat oil in a large skillet(s) or oil hot grill.
6
Cook patties in the hot oil or on the grill until heated through and nicely browned, about 5 minutes on each side.
7
Serve on hamburger buns with your desired condiments.

323

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 15 ounces black beans rinsed and drained well, 1/4 cup quinoa rinsed twice and drained, 1/2 cup vegetable stock or water, 1/2 cup bread crumbs panko, and more.

Yes, Quinoa-Black Bean 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.

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Quinoa-Black Bean Burgers

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