Vegetable (Quinoa) Burgers |
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Prep Time: 40 Minutes Cook Time: 20 Minutes |
Ready In: 60 Minutes Servings: 8 |
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My first taste of quinoa was when we dined in the Stable Cafe at the Biltmore. It was so tasty I asked the waitress what it was and she gave me the recipe. I would recommend using this Quinoa-Toasted before boiling your quinoa. Prep time does not include toasting your quinoa prior to assembly. These can be served on hearty buns or alone. I made 7 generous sized burgers. I cooked & froze the extra burgers for another meal. They are a bit labor intensive. I made ahead, chilled in layers of foil. Ingredients:
1 zucchini, peeled sliced thickly lengthwise |
1 squash, peeled if necessary, sliced, i did not use |
1 red bell pepper, remove seeds & slice lengthwise into 6 strips, can substitute bottled roasted peppers |
1 red onion, peeled and sliced |
1 large portobello mushroom cap, substitute several small |
1 tablespoon olive oil for brushing vegetables, more for cooking the burgers |
1 cup quinoa, raw |
4 large eggs, slightly beaten |
1 bunch parsley, stems removed, chopped, approx. 1 cup loosely packed |
5 -10 garlic cloves, minced, more or 5 -10 less depending on size cloves, i used 5 |
1 cup breadcrumbs, plain |
1 cup oats, several quick pulses in a food processor |
1 tablespoon lemon juice |
salt, to taste, i used 1 1/2 teaspoons |
pepper, to taste, i used generous dusting |
Directions:
1. Peel and slice vegetables. Brush lightly with olive oil for grilling. Grill until tender and caramelized. Cool down and rough to medium chop.
2. Quinoa-Toasted is suggested before boiling your quinoa.
3. In the mean time, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Cook quinoa for 7 minutes. Drain all excess water and cool. NOTE: you are not to fully cook the quinoa. 7 minutes is the suggested time and what I used. It give the burgers a great texture.
4. Combine all ingredients. If mix is too wet, add more oats.
5. Form patties. I used a patty press. Cook in a lightly oiled nonstick pan.
6. Serve with your favorite condiments on a toasted bun.
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