Quinoa Veggie Burger

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   Start quinoa.

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   Cook according to package directions.

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   While quinoa is cooking, preheat oven to 350F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

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   Prepare vegetables.

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   Chop onion, garlic, and mushroom and grate zucchini.

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   Heat a saute pan over medium and add the oil.

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   Cook vegetables.

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   Start with onion, then add garlic, then mushroom and zucchini.

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   Add optional red pepper flakes.

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    Cook until mushrooms and zucchini are soft.

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    Set aside.

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    Quinoa should be finished by now.

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    In a large mixing bowl, beat the egg.

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    Add the quinoa, oats, and prepared vegetables.

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    When adding the vegetables, try to avoid pouring in the excess liquid.

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    Add salt and pepper, and stir to combine.

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    Shape the patties with your hands and place on the baking sheet.

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    Cook for 25 minutes, and either serve warm or cool completely before freezing.

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    To freeze, line a container with parchment/wax paper and place patties in layers between parchment papers.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.