Quinoa Tikki Burger

The Quinoa Tikki Burger is a flavorful and protein-packed vegetarian delight that combines the nutty taste of quinoa with aromatic Indian spices. Perfectly crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, this burger is a nutritious alternative to traditional meat patties.

Ingredients

• Quinoa - 1/2 cup
• Water - 1 cup
• Potato (boiled and mashed) - 1 medium
• Green peas (cooked) - 1/4 cup
• Onion (finely chopped) - 1 small
• Ginger (grated) - 1 teaspoon
• Garlic (minced) - 1 teaspoon
• Coriander powder - 1 teaspoon
• Cumin powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Garam masala - 1/2 teaspoon
• Chili powder - 1/4 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Fresh coriander leaves (chopped) - 2 tablespoons
• Rice flour - 2 tablespoons
• Oil (for shallow frying) - 2 tablespoons
• Burger buns - 2
• Lettuce leaves - 2
• Tomato slices - 2
• Cucumber slices - 4

Steps

1. Rinse the quinoa under cold water, then combine it with 1 cup of water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook for about 15 minutes or until the quinoa is fluffy and water is absorbed. Let it cool.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, mashed potato, cooked green peas, chopped onion, grated ginger, minced garlic, coriander powder, cumin powder, garam masala, chili powder, salt, and chopped coriander leaves. Mix well until all ingredients are combined.
3. Add the rice flour to the mixture to help bind the patties. Form the mixture into two equal-sized patties.
4. Heat oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Carefully place the patties in the skillet and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.
5. While the patties are frying, prepare the burger buns by toasting them lightly if desired.
6. Assemble the burgers by placing a lettuce leaf on the bottom half of the bun, followed by the quinoa tikki patty, a slice of tomato, and cucumber. Top with the other half of the bun and serve hot.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 55 g
• Fiber: 10 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 450 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, making it a great option for vegetarians and vegans.
• Rich in fiber, which aids in digestion and promotes a healthy gut.

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