Hearty Vegan Burgers

These hearty vegan burgers are packed with protein, fiber, and flavor. Theyre made with quinoa, black beans, and a blend of spices for a delicious meat-free alternative.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups cooked quinoa
• 1 can 15 oz black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1/2 cup grated carrots
• 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
• 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed 5 tablespoons water flax eggs
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil for cooking

Instructions:

In a large mixing bowl, mash the black beans with a fork or potato masher until mostly smooth

Add in the cooked quinoa, grated carrots, chopped onion, minced garlic, breadcrumbs, flax eggs, soy sauce, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper

Mix well to combine

Form the mixture into burger patties, about 1/3 cup each, and place them on a plate or baking sheet lined with parchment paper

Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat

Once hot, add the burger patties and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and heated through

Serve the vegan burgers on buns with your favorite toppings and condiments