These beet quinoa burgers are the perfect, healthy combination of veggies and quinoa. I love vegetables. Not only eating them, I love everything about them. I love their colors, shapes and flavors. And some times I want vegetables to be the central part of my plate. Not just a side dish. I also love quinoa. Did you know that quinoa is actually a seed not a grain? Anyway, quinoa is easy to prepare, has slightly nutty flavor and is super healthy.You are gonna get great beet quinoa burgers with this recipe. High in fiber and protein, low in calories and rich in flavor, they are a delicious meatless dish. They are gluten free and vegetarian which is perfect for Meatless Mondays. But as it goes with a gluten free burger, these are very delicate so handle them carefully. Are you looking for more recipes to spice up your Meatless Mondays? Check out this easy recipe for vegan quinoa stuffed peppers. Beet Quinoa Burgers 2014-04-21 18:43:30 Serves 3 Write a review Save Recipe Print Prep Time 10 min Cook Time 30 min Total Time 40 min Prep Time 10 min Cook Time 30 min Total Time 40 min Ingredients ½ cup quinoa 1 cups water 1 egg, whisked 3 oz feta cheese, crumbled 1/2 onion, finely chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 teaspoon sea salt 3 oz fresh beet, grated 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped 1/2 cup rolled oats 1 teaspoon olive oil plus 2 tbsp olive oil for frying ground pepper to taste Instructions Place the quinoa in a fine-mesh strainer, and rinse well under cold water. Soak before use for 10 minutes. Drain well and place in a heavy bottom pot. Add 1 cup water and bring to the boil. Cover, simmer and cook for approximately 15-20 minutes or until all the water has been absorbed. Use a fork to fluff up the quinoa. In a medium bowl combine the quinoa, egg, feta cheese,beet, onion, garlic, parsley, oats, salt, pepper. Mix it well. Divide the mixture into six balls. Flatten the balls. Handle them delicately. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pan. Add the burgers and cook for 5 minutes each side or until golden. Serve with your favorite buns, veggies and toppings. So Good Blog http://www.sogoodblog.com/ The following two tabs change content below.BioLatest Posts Zorica L. Nutella lover, coffee addict and a dreamer in love with photography Latest posts by Zorica L. (see all) Quick and Easy Sugar-Free Banana Bread Oat Muffins - May 22, 2015 Cereal Cookies – add some razzle dazzle to your breakfast routine - January 7, 2015 Breakfast Smoothie – the most nutritious way to begin your day - January 6, 2015 Summary Recipe NameBeet Quinoa Burgers Published On 2014-06-04Preparation Time 00:10Cook Time 00:30 Total Time 00:40Average Rating 4 Based on 6 Review(s) 5 Responses Thalia @ butter and brioche September 1st, 2014 These beetroot and quinoa burgers look and sound seriously delicious. Definitely will be recreating the recipe for my vegetarian household. Love it! Reply Zorica L. September 10th, 2014 Thanks Thalia 🙂 Reply dina September 1st, 2014 great healthy burger! Reply Zorica L. September 10th, 2014 Thanks Dina 🙂 Reply Dana September 10th, 2014 Where do add the beets in ?? And what goes in the oven ? I believe some of the recipe is missing ??? Reply Leave a ReplyYour email address will not be published.CommentName* Email* Website Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Notify me of follow-up comments by email. Notify me of new posts by email. Current ye@r * Leave this field empty
Thalia @ butter and brioche September 1st, 2014 These beetroot and quinoa burgers look and sound seriously delicious. Definitely will be recreating the recipe for my vegetarian household. Love it! Reply
Dana September 10th, 2014 Where do add the beets in ?? And what goes in the oven ? I believe some of the recipe is missing ??? Reply
