**Spinach Quinoa Burgers: A Nutritious and Flavorful Plant-Based Delight**
Indulge in a culinary journey with ourSpinach Quinoa Burgers, a delectable plant-based dish that combines the goodness of spinach, quinoa, and an array of aromatic spices. These burgers not only tantalize the taste buds but also provide a wholesome and nutritious meal option for vegetarians, vegans, and health-conscious individuals alike. Embark on a delightful culinary adventure with our detailed recipe guide, which takes you through the steps of crafting theseflavorful burgers from scratch. Explore variations like Spinach Black Bean Burgers, Spinach Chickpea Burgers, and Spinach Mushroom Burgers, each offering unique textures and flavors to satisfy every palate. Accompany your burgers with an array of sides, including a refreshing Avocado Ranch Dressing and a zesty Sweet Chili Sauce, to elevate your dining experience.
QUINOA BLACK BEAN BURGERS
These vegetarian burgers are delicious! Your carnivorous friends will be impressed. My favorite way to serve is on a whole-wheat bun with garlic-lemon mayonnaise, fresh raw spinach, sliced tomato, and caramelized onions!
Provided by DownHomeCitySisters.com
Categories Main Dish Recipes Burger Recipes Veggie
Time 35m
Yield 5
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Bring the quinoa and water to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the quinoa is tender and the water has been absorbed, about 15 to 20 minutes.
- Roughly mash the black beans with a fork leaving some whole black beans in a paste-like mixture.
- Mix the quinoa, bread crumbs, bell pepper, onion, garlic, cumin, salt, hot pepper sauce, and egg into the black beans using your hands.
- Form the black bean mixture into 5 patties.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet.
- Cook the patties in the hot oil until heated through, 2 to 3 minutes per side.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 244.8 calories, Carbohydrate 28.9 g, Cholesterol 37.2 mg, Fat 10.6 g, Fiber 7.2 g, Protein 9.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 679.5 mg, Sugar 1.1 g
SWEET POTATO, QUINOA, SPINACH AND RED LENTIL BURGER
You can use blond or black quinoa for these delicate burgers. Black will look striking against the sweet potato's orange when you cut into the burgers. The red lentils pale to yellow when you cook them; they contribute texture and flavor. The burgers have a decidedly Mediterranean flavor, with feta and mint included in the mix. But I still like to serve them with raita or chutney; a more Mediterranean condiment would be yogurt seasoned with puréed garlic and mint.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories dinner, lunch, burgers, main course
Time 1h
Yield 10 patties
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Combine quinoa, red lentils, water and salt to taste (I used a rounded 1/2 teaspoon) in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer 15 to 20 minutes, until quinoa is tender and blond quinoa displays a thread, and lentils are just tender. Drain off any water remaining in the pot through a strainer, tapping strainer against the sink to remove excess water, then return quinoa and lentils to the pot. Cover pot with a towel, then return the lid and let sit undisturbed for 15 minutes.
- Skin sweet potatoes and place in a large bowl. Mash with a fork. Add spinach and mash together (I use my hands for this). Add quinoa and lentils, feta, mint, chives, lemon juice, and salt and pepper to taste. Mix together well. Mixture will be moist.
- Take up about 1/3 cup of the mixture and form into a ball (you can wet your hands to reduce sticking). Roll the ball in the panko or chickpea flour, then gently flatten into a patty. Set on a plate and continue with the rest of the mixture. Refrigerate uncovered for 1 hour or longer (the longer the better).
- When you're ready to cook, place a rack over a sheet pan. Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a 12-inch, heavy nonstick frying pan over high heat. Swirl the pan to coat with the hot oil. Lower heat to medium. Place 4 to 5 patties in the pan (do not crowd), and cook until well browned on one side, about 4 minutes. Turn and brown for about 4 more minutes. Remove to rack. Heat remaining oil in the pan and cook remaining patties. Keep patties warm in a low oven until ready to serve. Serve with a salad and your choice of toppings, such as the usual (ketchup, mustard, relish), or yogurt raita, garlic yogurt, or chutney.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 275, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 35 grams, Fat 11 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 9 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 462 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams
Tips:
- For the tastiest burgers, use fresh spinach. If using frozen spinach, be sure to thaw and squeeze out all excess moisture before using.
- To make sure the burgers hold together well, be sure to press them firmly into patties.
- Don't overcook the burgers, or they will become dry and crumbly. Cook them until they are just cooked through, about 5 minutes per side.
- Serve the burgers on your favorite bun with your favorite toppings. Some popular choices include lettuce, tomato, onion, and cheese.
Conclusion:
These spinach quinoa burgers are a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional beef burgers. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. Serve them on your favorite bun with your favorite toppings for a satisfying and nutritious meal.
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