The Gardenburger

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Elevate your plant-based burger game with "The Gardenburger," a wholesome and flavorful vegetarian delight that's perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Packed with protein-rich black beans, nutty quinoa, fresh grated carrot, and vibrant spinach, this burger is as nutritious as it is satisfying. A hint of smoked paprika and cumin adds a bold, savory kick, while the delicate patties are pan-seared to crispy, golden perfection in a touch of olive oil. Nestled in a toasted bun with crisp lettuce, juicy tomato slices, and a pop of red onion, this veggie burger is endlessly customizable with your favorite condiments. Ready in just 35 minutes, this healthy, homemade Gardenburger is a go-to for meatless meals that don't compromise on flavor or texture.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 20 min
• Cook Time: 15 min
• Total Time: 35 min
• Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

17 items

• 1 cup Black beans (cooked, drained, and rinsed)
• 1 cup Quinoa (cooked)
• 1 medium Carrot (grated)
• 1 cup Spinach (finely chopped)
• 1 cup Breadcrumbs
• 1 large Egg
• 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 4 pieces Burger buns
• 4 pieces Lettuce leaves
• 1 large Tomato (sliced)
• 1 small Red onion (sliced)
• optional Your favorite condiments (ketchup, mustard, mayo, etc.)

📝 Instructions

8 steps

1. In a large mixing bowl, mash the cooked black beans with a fork or potato masher until they form a chunky paste.

2. Add the cooked quinoa, grated carrot, chopped spinach, breadcrumbs, egg, minced garlic, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper to the bowl. Mix thoroughly until well combined.

3. Divide the mixture into four equal portions and shape each portion into a patty about 1/2 inch thick.

4. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.

5. Cook the patties in the skillet, about 3-4 minutes per side, until they are golden brown and heated through. Be careful when flipping as the patties are delicate.

6. Toast the burger buns lightly in the same skillet or in a toaster if desired.

7. Assemble the burgers by placing a lettuce leaf on the bottom half of each bun, followed by a gardenburger patty, a slice of tomato, a few slices of red onion, and any condiments of your choice. Top with the upper half of the bun.

8. Serve immediately and enjoy your homemade Gardenburger!

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (332.2g)

Calories		441
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		11.6 g	15%
	Saturated Fat	1.7 g	8%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		47 mg	16%
Sodium		729 mg	32%
Total Carbohydrate		68.8 g	25%
	Dietary Fiber	9.6 g	34%
	Total Sugars	8.6 g
Protein		15.6 g	31%
Vitamin D		0.3 mcg	1%
Calcium		144 mg	11%
Iron		5.6 mg	31%
Potassium		764 mg	16%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 416 cal (23.6%%)

Protein: 247 cal (14.0%%)

Carbs: 1101 cal (62.4%%)