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Quinoa Burger1

Quinoa Veggie Burger

Marla Hingley
Delicious tasting burgers, with a similar texture to ground beef. Next best thing to a real burger!
Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Total Time 40 mins
Servings 8

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 cup red quinoa
  • 1 Tbsp oil of your choice
  • 1 cup onions diced
  • 2 cups mushrooms finely chopped
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp pepper
  • 1 egg
  • 2/3 cup GF cheddar cheese shredded (optional)
  • 3 Tbsp cornstarch
  • 1/2 cup whole pecans toasted and finely chopped
  • 1/3 cup GF quick-cooking rolled oats
  • 1 Tbsp GF soy sauce

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Instructions
 

  • Combine water and quinoa in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer, then cover and cook for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 10 minutes. Fluff with a fork and set aside to cool.
  • To toast pecans; place whole nuts on a baking sheet and bake at 350°F, for 7 to 9 minutes (stirring once).
  • Sauté onions in oil until softened. Add mushrooms, garlic, and spices/seasonings, stirring until the mushrooms are tender, about 5 minutes. Set aside to cool slightly.
  • In a bowl, beat egg then add in the cooled quinoa, mushroom mixture, and the remaining ingredients. Stir until combined. Scoop 1/2cup of the mixture and form into a ball, and place on a greased baking sheet. Gently press down until you get the desired thickness. Bake at 350°F for 30 minutes.

Notes

The oatmeal acts a binder, to absorb any excess moisture and keep the burger together.
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