Moroccan Beet Burger

The Moroccan Beet Burger is a vibrant and flavorful vegetarian dish that combines earthy roasted beets with aromatic spices, offering a unique twist on the classic burger. Served with a zesty yogurt sauce and fresh herbs, this burger is both satisfying and nutritious.

Ingredients

• Beets - 250 grams, roasted and peeled
• Chickpeas - 1 cup, drained and rinsed
• Quinoa - 1/2 cup, cooked
• Red onion - 1/4 cup, finely chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Cilantro - 1/4 cup, chopped
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Coriander - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Breadcrumbs - 1/2 cup
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Whole wheat burger buns - 2
• Greek yogurt - 1/2 cup
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Mint - 1/4 cup, chopped

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. Wrap the beets in aluminum foil and roast in the oven for about 30 minutes or until tender. Let cool, then peel and chop.
3. In a large bowl, mash the roasted beets with a fork until smooth.
4. Add the drained chickpeas and use a fork or potato masher to mash them together with the beets until a chunky mixture forms.
5. Stir in the cooked quinoa, chopped red onion, minced garlic, cilantro, cumin, coriander, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
6. Gradually add the breadcrumbs until the mixture holds together but is not overly dry.
7. Form the mixture into two patties.
8. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side, until golden brown and heated through.
9. In a small bowl, combine Greek yogurt, lemon juice, and chopped mint to make the sauce.
10. Toast the whole wheat burger buns lightly in the skillet.
11. Assemble the burgers by placing each patty on a bun and drizzling with the yogurt sauce. Top with extra cilantro or mint if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 15 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 5 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from beets which may improve heart health.
• High in fiber and plant-based protein from chickpeas and quinoa.

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