Total calories for 1 serving: Approximately per patty – 222, with burger bun – 342, with lettuce wrap – 227) No eggs, no cheese, no oats – the perfect combo of healthy and tasty food filled with fibre and protein These quinoa burgers are packed with plant-based protein, fiber, and nutrients, making them a healthy and satisfying option for weight loss or general healthy eating. Enjoy! Ingredients: 1 cup cooked quinoa 1 potato, boiled and mashed 1/2 cup shredded carrots 1/2 cup finely chopped onions 1/4 cup fresh coriander leaves, chopped 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste 1 tsp cumin powder 1 tsp coriander powder 1 tsp garam masala Salt to taste Bread crumbs or besan (gram flour) for binding Oil for shallow frying
Ingredients:
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1 potato, boiled and mashed
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
- 1/2 cup finely chopped onions
- 1/4 cup fresh coriander leaves, chopped
- 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste
- 1 tsp cumin powder
- 1 tsp coriander powder
- 1 tsp garam masala
- Salt to taste
- Bread crumbs or besan (gram flour) for binding
- Oil for shallow frying
Instructions:
Cook the quinoa: In a saucepan, bring the quinoa and water to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until quinoa is cooked and liquid is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and let cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, mash the black beans with a fork or potato masher, leaving some beans partially mashed for texture.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, mashed potato, shredded carrots, chopped onions, and coriander leaves.
- Add the ginger-garlic paste, cumin powder, coriander powder, garam masala, and salt. Mix well.
- If the mixture seems too dry, add a few tablespoons of water or vegetable stock. If it’s too wet, add some bread crumbs or besan to bind the mixture.
- Divide the mixture into equal portions and shape them into patties.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Cook the patties in batches for 3-4 minutes per side, until browned and crispy on the outside.
- Serve the quinoa burgers on buns or lettuce wraps with your desired toppings like avocado, tomato, lettuce, cheese, etc.
