Black bean and quinoa burgers
A classic, easy, high protein go to black bean burger recipe.
This straightforward black bean and quinoa burger recipe is comparatively healthy, high in protein and easy to make with the aid of a food processor or provides a for the opportunity for a little arm work out with a potato masher. The inclusion of quinoa, black beans and flaxseed or chia seed to bind, makes for a healthful and nutritious indulgence.
The recipe can be adapted with different seasonings to suit individual tastes, for example by including chilli flakes. The recipe can easily be scaled up, so it is also very suited to batch cooking for the home freezer.
- 1 can of black beans
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp chilli flakes
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 50g cooked quinoa
- Plain or wholemeal flour
- 1 tbsp flaxseed or chia seed (milled) + 2 tbsp hot water
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Drain and rinse the black beans.
- Mix the flaxseed or chia seeds with 2 tbsp of hot water in a bowl and set aside.
- Add the black beans, garlic powder, onion powder, chilli flakes, smoked paprika and a generous pinch of salt and pepper to a food processor and blend. If you don’t have a food processor, you can mash them with a potato masher.
- Add the quinoa and flax or chia seed mix and blend (or mash and mix) again.
- Form the mixture into 3 burgers, adding a little plain flour if the mixture is too sticky.
- Fry the patties for a few minutes on each side in a bit of oil until they are browned.
- Serve!
- Serve in a burger bun with your choice of salad or condiments
- Add mushrooms to the burger mixture for a more ‘meaty’ texture
- Top with vegan cheese
- Serve with sweet potato chips or wedges
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Blackbean and Quinoa Burgers.
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