Quinoa Vegan Burgers

Perfect for summer picnics, barbecues or any time, you’re sure to love these Quinoa Vegan Burgers—even if you’re not vegan!

Serves: 4

Use Organic:

  • 1 cup cooked quinoa
  • ½ cup cooked sweet potato – mashed
  • ¾ cup finely chopped mushrooms
  • ¾ cup gluten free breadcrumbs (such as chic pea bread crumbs)
  • ½ cup grated zucchini
  • ¼ cup finely chopped red onion
  • 2 minced garlic cloves
  • 1 Tablespoon Garden of Life Coconut Oil plus 2 teaspoons more for frying
  • 1 Tablespoon coconut aminos
  • 2 teaspoons nutritional yeast flakes
  • ¼ teaspoon sea salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Directions:

  1. Heat a skillet to medium high and add coconut oil, chopped mushrooms, zucchini, red onion, garlic and coconut aminos and sauté for 3 minutes.
  2. Remove from heat and place in a bowl with remaining ingredients.
  3. Mix together with your hands and form 4 burger patties.
  4. Heat skillet again (or you can use a griddle) and add 2 teaspoons of coconut oil and cook burgers 2-3 minutes on each side.
  5. Serve on buns with your favorite toppings.
  6. Burgers last 2-3 days refrigerated.

Recipe courtesy of Gwen Eager, Garden of Life Product Specialist and Certified RAW, Vegan Chef