High Protein Veggie Burgers
High Protein Veggie Burgers are a tasty and nutritious alternative to traditional meat burgers, perfect for any occasion. Made with protein-packed black beans and quinoa, these veggie burgers are bursting with flavor while being easy to prepare. Whether you’re firing up the grill for a summer barbecue or looking for a quick weeknight dinner, this recipe delivers satisfying results that will delight everyone at the table.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained
- 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped (any color)
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil (for sautéing)
Instructions
- Rinse quinoa under cold water; combine with 2 cups water in a pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes until water is absorbed.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add 1 tbsp olive oil. Sauté onions and bell peppers for about 5 minutes; add garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- In a large bowl, mash black beans until mostly smooth but still chunky.
- Mix in cooked quinoa, sautéed veggies, oats, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Form mixture into patties about half an inch thick; you should have around 6 patties.
- Heat remaining olive oil in the skillet over medium-high heat. Cook patties for about 5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger (120g)
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg