Tasty Tuesday

Quinoa black bean burgers

 Per serving (1 burger): 235 calories, 5g fat, 11g fiber, 10g protein

These super-healthy patties make a mouthwatering, protein-rich vegetarian alternative to hamburgers. Serve them up on a whole-wheat bun with garlic lemon mayo, fresh raw spinach, sliced tomato, and caramelized onions for a lunch or dinner hit.

  Ingredients:

1 15-oz. can black beans, well-drained
 ¾ cup cooked quinoa
 ¼ cup finely diced bell pepper
 2 tbsp very finely chopped onion
 ½ cup whole-wheat breadcrumbs
 1 large clove minced garlic
 ½ tbsp cumin
 ½ tsp salt
 1 tsp hot sauce
 1 egg
 3 tbsp olive oil

  Directions:

Roughly mash black beans with a fork (there should be some whole blacks beans left in a sort of paste). Stir in quinoa, pepper, onion, breadcrumbs and garlic. Stir in seasonings. Stir in egg. Form into 5 patties. Bake at 400 degrees F for 20 minutes, flipping half way. Serve on a bun and add your favorite toppings.
 Makes 5 servings
 Recipe provided by Leslie Merritt of Down Home City Sisters

Happy Eating!!!!
Coach Pam