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    Watch What U Eat > Main Course > Healthy Black Bean Quinoa Burger

    Healthy Black Bean Quinoa Burger

    Published: Apr 15, 2016 · Modified: Dec 31, 2019 by Watch What U Eat · This post may contain affiliate links · 18 Comments

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    Make these quick and easy healthy black bean quinoa burger for filling, satisfying lunch or dinner. No cheese, no butter yet super delicious, these burgers will be hit in your family. | #watchwhatueat #blackbeanburger #quinoaburger #healthyburger #veggieburger

    This black bean quinoa burger is perfect for any meatless meal. It is prepared using all healthy ingredients like fresh peppers, black beans, quinoa, etc. It is really filling and makes you feel full for longer. 

    Black bean quinoa burger that are loaded with healthy plant proteins, dietary fibers and nutrition from fresh veggies

    I can confess that I always love burgers eating outside at places that are run by family businesses. They serve freshly prepared patties. The scariest part of eating at McDonald’s or Burger King, like fast-food chains, is that their burger patties are processed and are loaded with tons of preservatives. 

    Making homemade burger patties is super simple. I never knew it until I started making them at home a few years ago.

    The taste and flavor of a homemade veggie burger are really satisfying. If you have leftover cooked quinoa, this veggie burger will take no more than 20 min to prepare. Try it yourself to believe me. You can also serve this delicious veggie burger with this homemade oven-baked sweet potato fries on the side.

    Healthy black bean quinoa burger is perfect for any meatless meal. Give it a try and you would want to prepare it again and again.

    This black bean quinoa burger is …

    • satisfying
    • filling
    • healthy
    • tasty
    • full with flavors
    • done under 30 min

    Give it a try, and you would want to prepare it again and again!

    Black bean veggie burger while assembling.

    How is this black bean quinoa burger healthy?

    This black bean quinoa burger is healthy because

    • it is prepared using fresh peppers and therefore contains nutrition from them
    • it contains black beans. Black beans are a good source of plant-based proteins
    • it contains quinoa. Quinoa is one of the healthiest grains and is considered a super grain
    • it contains avocado, which is again a superfood and source of healthy fats
    Black bean quinoa burger that are loaded with healthy plant proteins, dietary fibers and nutrition from fresh veggies
    Healthy black bean veggie burger

    Dishes to pair with homemade burger

    • Oven Roasted Sweet Potato Fries
    • Healthy Low Fat Air Fryer French Fries
    • Air Fryer Butternut Squash
    • Easy Instant Pot Chicken Drumsticks

    Love this recipe? Please leave a 5-star ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ rating in the recipe card below & a review in the comments if you REALLY like this recipe. Thank You!

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    4.17 from 6 votes

    Healthy Black Bean Quinoa Burger

    Black bean quinoa burger that are loaded with healthy plant proteins, dietary fibers and nutrition from fresh veggies
    Course: Burger
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time 15 minutes
    Cook Time 30 minutes
    Total Time 45 minutes
    Servings :6
    Calories :360kcal
    Author:Swati Kadam Gulati

    Equipment

    • Cast Iron Skillet

    Ingredients

    • 1 can black beans drained and rinsed
    • ½ cup bread crumbs (I used whole wheat bread crumbs)
    • ½ cup finely diced green pepper
    • ¼ cup quinoa
    • ½ cup water
    • ¼ cup finely chopped onion
    • 1 egg white (optional if vegan)
    • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
    • 1 teaspoon worcestershire sauce
    • salt and pepper to taste
    • 1 roasted red pepper (divide into 6 part)
    • leaves iceberg lettuce
    • 1 large tomato thickly sliced
    • ¼ onion finely chopped
    • 1 avocado
    • 6 kaiser rolls
    • ¼ cup freshly grated mozzarella cheese (optional for vegan or if want to go cheese free)

    Instructions

    • In a small saucepan, add quinoa, water and bring mixture to boil. Add salt to taste and simmer on low heat for 20 min. with lid on. Meanwhile, start preparing the remaining patty base
    • In a medium mixing bowl pour black beans. Using fork or back of wooden spatula mash beans. Do not make a complete paste but leave some partially broken pieces
    • To the mashed beans, add finely diced green pepper, ¼ cup diced onion, bread crumbs, cooked quinoa, egg white, paprika, worcestershire sauce, salt and pepper to taste. Mix all the ingredients. Divide the mixture into 6 equal parts and then form into patties
    • Heat the skillet on medium heat and add oil to coat the pan. Cook prepared patties for 3-4 min on each side
    • In a small mixing bowl add avocado pulp, finely chopped onion, salt and pepper according to taste. Mash avocado using fork or small beater to combine well.
    • Now assemble the burger. On one side of burger roll place some lettuce leaves, cooked patty, spread some cheese, 1 thick slice of tomato, roasted red pepper. Finally top with avocado sauce and serve with your choice of fries as a side. Enjoy your freshly prepared black bean veggie burger

    Notes

    • I didn’t use cheese on my burger, and it tasted delicious
    • You can also use whole grain based burger buns instead of kaiser rolls

    Nutrition

    Calories: 360kcal
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    Comments

    1. craplikeachamp says

      February 10, 2017 at 9:31 pm

      Gorgeous pictures!

      Reply
    2. soniya r saluja says

      May 24, 2016 at 7:01 pm

      Looks so delicious !!

      Reply
    3. bella says

      May 24, 2016 at 2:05 am

      5 stars
      Made this tonight. Delicious. Smelled like a burger while cooking.

      Reply
    4. Kelly says

      April 27, 2016 at 3:07 am

      I absolutely love black bean burgers – this one sounds wonderful!

      Reply
    5. Chelsea Pearl says

      April 26, 2016 at 9:21 pm

      Now this is a veggie burger I can get behind! Seriously, this is drool-worthy.

      Reply
    6. Mamoona says

      April 25, 2016 at 5:31 pm

      Looks awesome!

      Reply
    7. Brita Long says

      April 25, 2016 at 7:56 pm

      Looks yummy!

      Reply
    8. katherines corner says

      April 24, 2016 at 3:32 am

      5 stars
      Thank you for sharing this healthy and surely taste option at the Thursday Favorite Things blog hop. Watch for your feature on Monday xo

      Reply
    9. Marilyn Lesniak says

      April 24, 2016 at 12:45 am

      Thank you for sharing this delicious recipe at the #RecipeSharingParty! I hope to see you next week. Pinned and Yummed. Please visit #OverTheMoon on Sunday or #ThursdayFavoriteThings for more sharing fun! Don’t forget to Comment your link #’s so I can be sure to visit and get a chance to be featured!

      Reply
    10. Easy Peasy Life Matters says

      April 22, 2016 at 10:45 pm

      This sounds sooooo heavenly!! Thanks for sharing! 🙂

      Reply
    11. Nicole @ The Professional Mom Project says

      April 22, 2016 at 2:24 pm

      These look great! Pinning to try later. Found your post at Your Inspired Design

      Reply
    12. Sarah says

      April 21, 2016 at 2:37 pm

      These look better than most vegan burgers! I’m going to have to try making these when my bridesmaid comes to town (she is vegan for health reasons). Thanks!!

      Reply
    13. Jennifer says

      April 15, 2016 at 5:29 pm

      5 stars
      I’m hungry now, thank you 😉 Pinned it!

      Reply
      • Swati and Tushar says

        April 18, 2016 at 12:22 am

        Thanks, Jennifer.

        Reply
    14. Ilona @ Ilona's Passion says

      April 15, 2016 at 3:16 pm

      I’ve never tried vegan burger but I want it. Looks so tasty!

      Reply
      • Swati and Tushar says

        April 18, 2016 at 12:22 am

        Indeed they are…give it a try!

        Reply
    15. Hillary Reeves says

      April 15, 2016 at 3:40 am

      5 stars
      Absolutely love the look of these, yum!!

      Reply
      • Swati and Tushar says

        April 18, 2016 at 12:21 am

        Thanks, Hillary…they taste good too :). Give it a try!

        Reply

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