Stuck in Morocco, Meet the Housemates: Slovenian Yoga Teacher Cooks Veggie Burgers

black beans

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Lentils are lower in calories and can be more affordable.

bread crumbs

🥗Healthier: ground oats

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Ground oats add fiber and are often less expensive.

egg

🥗Healthier: flaxseed meal

💰Cheaper: mashed banana

Flaxseed meal is a great egg substitute for binding.

quinoa

🥗Healthier: brown rice

💰Cheaper: white rice

Brown rice is nutritious and usually less costly.

Cook quinoa according to package instructions until fluffy, about 15 minutes.

Drain and rinse black beans, then mash them in a bowl until mostly smooth.

Finely chop onion, garlic, and bell pepper; sauté in olive oil over medium heat until softened, about 5-7 minutes.

Add sautéed vegetables, cooked quinoa, and mashed black beans to a large mixing bowl.

Mix in bread crumbs, egg, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper until well combined.

Form mixture into patties, about 1/2 inch thick.

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Cook patties in the skillet for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.

Alternatively, grill patties on medium heat for 5-6 minutes per side.

Serve on a bun with lettuce, tomato, and avocado as desired.

Enjoy your veggie burgers hot!

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