High-Protein Veggie Burgers Recipe
These High-Protein Veggie Burgers are a delicious and satisfying alternative to traditional meat burgers. Packed with lentils, black beans, quinoa, and a blend of spices, each patty is full of plant-based protein and flavor.
Ingredients
For the Patties:
- 1 cup cooked lentils green or brown, mashed
- 1 cup cooked black beans mashed
- ½ cup cooked quinoa
- ½ cup breadcrumbs gluten-free if necessary
- 2 tablespoons ground flaxseeds mixed with 5 tablespoons water (flax egg)
- 1 small onion finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari for gluten-free
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Optional Toppings:
- Sliced avocado
- Tomato slices
- Red onion rings
- Fresh lettuce
- Vegan mayo or your favorite burger sauce
For Serving:
- 4 whole-grain or gluten-free burger buns
- A side of sweet potato fries or a green salad
Instructions
- Combine flaxseeds and water; let sit for 10 minutes.
- Mix mashed lentils, beans, quinoa, breadcrumbs, flax egg, sautéed onion, garlic, soy sauce, and seasonings.
- Shape into 4 patties and refrigerate for 15-20 minutes.
- Cook via pan-frying, baking, or grilling.
- Assemble burgers with your favorite toppings and serve.
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