Gardenburger Recipe

Preparation Steps

1. 1

   Cook Quinoa

   Rinse the quinoa under cold water. In a saucepan, combine the quinoa with 1 cup of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cover. Cook for about 15 minutes or until all the water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and set aside to cool.

2. 2

   Prepare the Mixture

   In a large bowl, mash the black beans with a fork or potato masher, leaving some chunks for texture. Add the grated carrot, chopped red bell pepper, chopped onion, minced garlic, and parsley to the bowl.

3. 3

   Combine Ingredients

   Add the cooked quinoa, egg, and breadcrumbs to the bean and vegetable mixture. Mix thoroughly until combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

4. 4

   Form Patties

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

5. 5

   Cook Patties

   Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the patties for about 5-6 minutes on each side or until golden brown and heated through.

6. 6

   Serve

   Serve the garden burgers on buns with your favorite toppings such as lettuce, tomato, avocado, or condiments.