Black Bean & Quinoa Veggie Burgers

Say hello to your new favorite plant-based burger! Packed with vibrant veggies, hearty black beans and protein-rich quinoa, this plant-powered patty is anything but boring. A colorful mix of grated beet, fresh spinach, chopped walnuts and herbs gives each bite a satisfying texture and savory flavor, while hemp seeds and flax boost the nutrition factor. Grain-free, gluten-free and fully vegan, it’s a feel-good recipe that doesn’t skimp on taste. Pan-fry or bake until golden brown, then pile high with your favorite toppings for a wholesome meal that satisfies every craving.

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Black Bean and Quinoa Burger

Total Time 40 minutes

Servings 7

Calories 197 kcal

Author Liana Werner-Gray

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup quinoa cooked
• 3 Tbsp. ground flaxseed + 5 tablespoons water flax “egg”
• 1-1/2 cups cooked black beans or 1 can, drained & rinsed
• 1 medium beet peeled and grated (about 1 cup)
• 1/2 cup walnuts finely chopped or pulsed in a food processor
• 2 Tbsp. chopped fresh basil
• 1 cup fresh spinach finely chopped
• 3 Tbsp. hemp seeds
• 2 Tbsp. arrowroot or oat flour
• 1/2 small yellow onion finely chopped
• 2 garlic cloves minced
• 1 Tbsp. olive oil
• 1.5 Tbsp. Redmond Organic Season Salt
• 1/4 tsp. Redmond Real Salt Fine Sea Salt

Instructions

1. To make flax egg, mix ground flaxseed with water in small bowl. Let sit 10 minutes to thicken.
2. In medium skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add red onion and garlic, and sauté until softened (about 3–4 minutes). Remove from heat.
3. In large bowl, mash black beans with fork or potato masher, leaving some texture.
4. To mashed beans, add cooked quinoa, grated beet, walnuts, hemp seeds, arrowroot flour, basil, chopped spinach, sautéed onion/garlic, flax egg and spices. Mix well until fully combined.
5. Shape into 6 burger patties and place them on a parchment-lined tray.
6. Preheat skillet with olive oil over medium heat. Cook burgers 4–5 minutes on each side until browned and firm. If baking is your preference, bake at 375 degrees F for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway.
7. Serve on bun or lettuce wrap with avocado, tomato, mustard or your favorite toppings.

Recipe Notes

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Nutrition Facts

Black Bean and Quinoa Burger

Amount Per Serving (1 g)

Calories 197 Calories from Fat 117

% Daily Value*

Fat 13g20%

Saturated Fat 1g5%

Polyunsaturated Fat 8g

Monounsaturated Fat 3g

Sodium 1359mg57%

Potassium 239mg7%

Carbohydrates 14g5%

Fiber 4g16%

Sugar 2g2%

Protein 7g14%

Vitamin A 664IU13%

Vitamin C 4mg5%

Calcium 59mg6%

Iron 2mg11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.