Author:
Kevin Curry
Epic Black Bean Quinoa Burger
Epic Black Bean Quinoa Burger
Ingredients
Substitution
Note
For 5 patties:
- 15oz can black beans (drained)
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1/3 cup cooked corn
- 2 green onions
- 1/4 cup bell pepper
- 1 egg
- 1/3 cup wheat germ (or instant oatmeal if you have an allergy)
- spray coconut oil
- Seasonings: 1 tbsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tbsp cayenne, salt & pepper to taste.
Steps
Step 1
Mash black beans in a bowl using a mallet, or place them in a food processor
Step 2
In a large bowl, add of your ingredients and seasonings. Mix very well.
Step 3
Form patties using your hands. If the patties are too loose and wet, then add tablespoons of wheat germ or oats to make them more firm.
Step 4
If you are using an outside BBQ grill, then lightly spray the grill with coconut oil. If you are cooking in a skillet, lightly spray a non-stick skillet with coconut oil.
Step 5
Enjoy with whole wheat hamburger buns or lettuce wraps for a lower carbohydrate option.
macros for 1 of 5 patties
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Hey, I'm Kevin
My name is Kevin. My life changed when I realized that healthy living is a lifelong journey, mainly won by having a well-balanced diet and maintaining an active lifestyle.
By experimenting in the kitchen and sharing my meals on Tumblr, I learned healthy eating is not boring! By making a few adjustments to my favorite foods, I could design a diet that could help me achieve my wellness goals while satisfying my desire for BANGIN food! 😅 Now I try to help people around the world realize that same level of freedom in eating regardless of budget. Welcome, let's #DemocratizeWellness together!