Quinoa Lentil Burgers (Vegan and Gluten-Free Veggie Burger)

breadcrumbs

🥗Healthier: oats

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Oats provide a gluten-free option while crushed crackers are often less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier but canola oil is more budget-friendly.

Cook quinoa in veggie broth according to package instructions; set aside.

In a pot, cook red lentils in water until tender; drain and set aside.

In a bowl, mix ground chia seeds with water and let it sit to thicken.

In a food processor, combine cooked quinoa, lentils, oats, tomato paste, tamari, chopped onion, garlic, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper; pulse until mixed, but do not over mix.

Shape the mixture into burger patties.

Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat; fry patties on both sides until golden brown.

Serve on a homemade gluten-free bun with lettuce, tomato, onion, and cucumber.

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