High Protein Broccoli Quinoa Burgers

These hearty and flavourful quinoa broccoli black bean burgers are a delicious vegetarian option packed with protein and fiber. Perfect for a satisfying lunch or dinner!

What makes these special?

  • Gluten-free
  • Protein-packed
  • Freezer-friendly
  • Ready in minutes

If you make these, do remember to tag me @Kanikas_Kitchen. I would like to see what you create!

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Ingredients

  • For the Burgers:
  • 1 cup chopped kale
  • 1 cup chopped broccoli
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 tbsp nutritional yeast (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon ground flaxseeds
  • 1/2 cup cooked quinoa
  • 1 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 tbsp Mexican spice mix
  • 1 tsp smoky paprika
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tbsp roasted gram flour (optional, for binding)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Lemon juice, to taste (optional)
  • To Assemble:
  • Burger buns
  • Pickles
  • Avocado sauce, peri peri mayonnaise, or coriander chutney

Method

  • To a processor, add chopped kale, broccoli, grated parmesan cheese, nutritional yeast (if using), ground flaxseeds, cooked quinoa, rinsed black beans, Mexican spice mix, smoky paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Pulse it a few times till everything’s blends well.
  • If the mixture is too wet, add roasted gram flour, one tablespoon at a time, until the mixture holds together. Add lemon juice to taste if desired.
  • Form the mixture into small patties.
  • Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Cook the patties on both sides until golden brown and crispy.
  • Assemble the burgers on buns with pickles and your choice of avocado sauce, peri peri mayonnaise, or coriander chutney.
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