Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsKawamoto StoreGarden Burger Meal Recipe

Garden Burger Meal Recipe

Inspired by Kawamoto Store
Time45m
Serves4

Make Garden Burger Meal Recipe in just 45m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Burger Patties

Method

Burger Patties Preparation

  1. 1

    Mash Black Beans

    In a large bowl, mash the canned black beans with a fork or potato masher until mostly smooth with some chunks remaining.

  2. 2

    Combine Ingredients

    Add the cooked quinoa, breadcrumbs, chopped onion, minced garlic, chopped cilantro, cumin powder, salt, and pepper to the mashed black beans. Mix until well combined.

  3. 3

    Form Patties

    With your hands, shape the mixture into 4 equal-sized patties.

  4. 4

    Cook Patties

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

Assemble Burgers

  1. 5

    Prepare Buns

    While the patties are cooking, slice the whole grain burger buns in half.

  2. 6

    Add Toppings

    On the bottom half of each bun, layer a slice of cheddar cheese, a lettuce leaf, a slice of tomato, and some avocado slices.

  3. 7

    Place Patties

    Once cooked, place a patty on top of the layered toppings for each burger.

  4. 8

    Complete Assembly

    Top each burger with the other half of the bun and set aside.

Side Salad Preparation

  1. 9

    Prepare Salad Ingredients

    In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, halved cherry tomatoes, and sliced cucumber.

  2. 10

    Dress the Salad

    In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.

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