Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsAcuario Restaurant Stamford CTQuinoa Black Bean Burger Recipe

Quinoa Black Bean Burger Recipe

Time45m
Serves4

Class aptent taciti sociosqu ad litora torquent per conubia nostra

Was this page helpful?

Help improve this recipe for others.

Send this recipe to your inbox.

We'll email it straight to you - plus weekly cooking inspiration.

Ingredients

Some product links may be affiliates. If you buy through them, you're supporting the site and Pekin may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.

Burger Ingredients

Method

Preparation Instructions

  1. 1

    Cook Quinoa

    Rinse the quinoa thoroughly under cold water. In a saucepan, combine quinoa with 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover. Cook for about 15 minutes, or until the quinoa is fluffy and water is absorbed. Set aside to cool.

  2. 2

    Prepare Vegetables

    While the quinoa is cooking, finely chop the onion, garlic, and bell pepper.

  3. 3

    Mix Ingredients

    In a large bowl, mash the black beans with a fork or potato masher. Add the cooked quinoa, chopped vegetables, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, black pepper, egg, and bread crumbs. Mix until well combined.

  4. 4

    Form Patties

    Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each portion into a patty.

  5. 5

    Cook Patties

    In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Cook the patties for about 5-6 minutes on each side or until golden brown.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Serve the quinoa black bean burgers on buns with your favorite toppings.

More from Acuario Restaurant Stamford CT