Vegan Patty Recipe

Preparation Directions

1. 1

   Cook Quinoa

   Rinse the quinoa under cold water. In a saucepan, combine the quinoa with 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes or until the quinoa has absorbed all the water. Remove from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.

2. 2

   Prepare the Bean Mixture

   In a large bowl, mash the black beans with a fork or potato masher until mostly smooth, leaving some chunks for texture. Stir in the cooked quinoa, chopped onion, minced garlic, grated carrot, and chopped cilantro.

3. 3

   Season the Mixture

   Add olive oil, ground cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper to the bean mixture. Mix well to combine. If the mixture feels too wet, add breadcrumbs to help bind the patties.

4. 4

   Form Patties

   Using your hands, form the mixture into patties of your desired size, about 1/2 inch thick.

5. 5

   Cook the Patties

   Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add a little olive oil. Cook the patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until they are golden brown and heated through.

6. 6

   Serve

   Serve the patties warm with your favorite toppings or in a burger bun.