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Delicious Plant-Based Burgers Recipe 🍔
Overview
These plant-based burgers are not only delicious but also packed with nutrients. Perfect for a summer BBQ or a weeknight dinner, they are sure to satisfy both vegans and meat-lovers alike!
Recipe Details
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Servings: 4 burgers
Ingredients
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs (or more as needed)
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for cooking)
- Burger buns (4)
- Toppings: Lettuce, tomato, avocado, pickles, ketchup, mustard, or your favorite condiments
Directions
- Prepare the Beans:
- In a large mixing bowl, mash the black beans with a fork or potato masher until mostly smooth, leaving some chunks for texture.
- Mix Ingredients:
- Add the cooked quinoa, rolled oats, breadcrumbs, chopped onion, minced garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, and soy sauce to the mashed beans. Mix until well combined.
- Form Patties:
- Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each portion into a patty. If the mixture is too wet, add more breadcrumbs until you achieve a firm consistency.
- Preheat the Pan:
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Cook the Patties:
- Once the oil is hot, carefully place the patties in the skillet. Cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and crispy.
- Assemble the Burgers:
- Toast the burger buns if desired. Place each patty on a bun and top with your choice of lettuce, tomato, avocado, pickles, ketchup, mustard, or other condiments.
- Serve:
- Serve immediately while hot, and enjoy your delicious plant-based burgers!
Tips for Serving
- Pair these burgers with sweet potato fries or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
- Feel free to experiment with different toppings and sauces to customize your burger experience!