Jul 13 2026
RestaurantsThe LowbrowPinto & Quinoa Veggie Burger Recipe

Pinto & Quinoa Veggie Burger Recipe

Inspired by The Lowbrow
Time40m
Serves2

The Lowbrow's own veggie bean burger. Served with three chili gouda, lettuce, tomato and guacamole

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Ingredients

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Burger Patty

Toppings

Method

Burger Patty Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Quinoa

    Rinse 1 cup of quinoa under cold water. In a saucepan, combine quinoa with 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 15 minutes or until liquid is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and set aside to cool.

  2. 2

    Mash the Beans

    In a mixing bowl, mash the 1 cup of cooked pinto beans until mostly smooth, with some chunks remaining for texture.

  3. 3

    Combine Ingredients

    In the bowl with the mashed beans, add the cooked quinoa, breadcrumbs, chopped red onion, minced garlic, chopped cilantro, cumin powder, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until well combined.

  4. 4

    Form Patties

    Divide the mixture into 2 equal portions and shape each portion into a burger patty. Place patties on a plate.

  5. 5

    Cook the Patties

    Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the patties and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and heated through.

Assembly

  1. 6

    Prepare the Buns

    While the patties are cooking, slice the burger buns in half and lightly toast them if desired.

  2. 7

    Assemble the Burger

    On the bottom half of each bun, place a lettuce leaf, followed by a slice of tomato. Add the cooked veggie patty, then top with a slice of chili gouda cheese and a generous scoop of guacamole. Finally, place the top half of the bun on the burger.

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