Burguer de Chiles Rellenos

Burguer de Chiles Rellenos is a delightful vegan twist on a Mexican classic, featuring flavorful stuffed peppers as the star of a hearty burger. This dish combines the smoky essence of roasted chiles with a savory filling, all sandwiched between soft, fresh buns.

Ingredients

• Poblano peppers - 2
• Quinoa - 100 grams (1/2 cup)
• Black beans - 200 grams (1 cup), canned and drained
• Corn - 100 grams (1/2 cup), canned or frozen
• Cilantro - 15 grams (1/2 cup), chopped
• Lime - 1, juiced
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Garlic powder - 1 teaspoon
• Onion powder - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Breadcrumbs - 50 grams (1/2 cup)
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Whole grain burger buns - 2
• Avocado - 1, sliced
• Tomato - 1, sliced
• Lettuce - 2 leaves

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. Place the poblano peppers on a baking sheet and roast in the oven for about 20 minutes, or until the skin is charred and blistered. Turn them occasionally for even roasting.
3. While the peppers are roasting, rinse the quinoa under cold water and cook it according to package instructions (usually about 15 minutes), then set aside.
4. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, black beans, corn, chopped cilantro, lime juice, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until everything is evenly incorporated.
5. Once the poblano peppers are roasted, remove them from the oven and let cool slightly. Carefully peel off the charred skin and remove the seeds, keeping the peppers intact.
6. Stuff each roasted poblano with the quinoa and bean mixture, pressing gently to pack it in.
7. In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Carefully place the stuffed peppers in the skillet and cook for about 5 minutes on each side, until they are golden and heated through.
8. Toast the burger buns lightly in the same skillet or in a toaster.
9. Assemble each burger by placing a stuffed pepper on the bottom half of the bun, adding slices of avocado, tomato, and a leaf of lettuce on top. Place the top half of the bun on and serve immediately.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 65 g
• Fiber: 15 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 350 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 14 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in plant-based protein from quinoa and black beans.
• High in fiber, which aids digestion and promotes a feeling of fullness.

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