Quinoa Black Bean Veggie Burgers

Where are my vegetarians at? Or people who love a good and clean veggie burger?  I combined vegetarian protein favorite to make delicious quinoa black bean veggie burgers!  They are really delicious and filling.  Did you know quinoa and black beans together make a complete protein!  Perfect for those looking for a meat-free diet or yummy meal.

Ingredients (this makes 3):

1/4 cup dry quinoa
1/2 tsp olive oil
1/2 purple onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 tsp Pink Himlayan Sea Salt
1 /2 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 Tbsp tomato sauce
3 Egg Whites
1/3 cup frozen corn
1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
1 tsp ground cumin
1/4 cup rolled oats
1/8 cup oat flour (blend up oats)

Directions

1. Cook the quinoa according to packaging.  This can be done ahead of time.
2. Heat the oil in a pan over medium heat and add the onion and garlic.  Add 1/2 the salt and cook for about 6 minutes until onions are translucent.
3. Place the mixture into a large bowl. Add black beans to the bowl and using a potato masher or fork, mash together until a pasty mixture forms.
4. Add in the tomato sauce, egg whites, corn, cilantro, cumin and remaining  salt.
5. Stir in the cooked quinoa, oats, and oat flour until well mixed.
6. Form the mixture into 3 equal burgers, compacting them well with your hands.
7. Place the patties on a baking sheet, cover them with plastic wrap and refrigerate for a few hours!
8. When ready to cook- preheat the oven to 400F and cook for about 12-13 minutes.

Enjoy these!!  Quinoa Black Bean Veggie Burgers for the win!  I love mixing it up and eating it with salad or put on a whole grain bun and eat it like a normal burger, either way you will love them!