Vegetarian Black Bean Quinoa Burgers

These vegetarian black bean quinoa burgers are easy and quick to make, so they are perfect for a healthy and affordable weeknight meal. Tasty, hearty, and can easily be made vegan too!

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1. Red onion 2. Chopped garlic 3. Canned black beans 4. Cilantro leaves 5. Parsley leaves

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Step-by-step instructions!

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Heat a grill or grill pan over medium-low heat. Meanwhile, in a food processor, pulse onion and garlic until finely chopped.

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Add 1 can black beans, cilantro, parsley, egg, and red pepper flakes and pulse to combine.

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The mixture is well chopped and ready.

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Transfer mixture to a large mixing bowl, add the remaining can of black beans, quinoa, and the bread crumbs. Season with salt and pepper, to taste, and mix until well combined.

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Don’t over-process your ingredients! You want the mixture to be chunky, not a full puree, otherwise it will be mushy on the inside after you cook it.

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