Moroccan Spiced Quinoa Burger

These Moroccan Spiced Quinoa Burgers are a flavorful and wholesome vegan option, packed with aromatic spices and fresh herbs. Perfect for a satisfying meal, they offer a delightful blend of textures and tastes that will transport your palate straight to Morocco.

Ingredients

• Quinoa - 1 cup
• Water - 2 cups
• Chickpeas (cooked or canned) - 1 cup, drained and rinsed
• Red bell pepper - 1/2, finely chopped
• Red onion - 1/4, finely chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Carrot - 1 small, grated
• Cilantro - 1/4 cup, chopped
• Cumin - 1 tsp
• Coriander - 1 tsp
• Smoked paprika - 1 tsp
• Cinnamon - 1/2 tsp
• Salt - 1/2 tsp
• Black pepper - 1/4 tsp
• Flour (whole wheat or all-purpose) - 1/4 cup
• Olive oil - for cooking

Steps

1. Rinse the quinoa under cold water and combine it with 2 cups of water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes or until the quinoa is fluffy and water is absorbed.
2. In a large bowl, mash the chickpeas with a fork or potato masher until partially smooth, leaving some chunks for texture.
3. Add the cooked quinoa, chopped red bell pepper, red onion, minced garlic, grated carrot, and chopped cilantro to the bowl with the mashed chickpeas.
4. Sprinkle in the cumin, coriander, smoked paprika, cinnamon, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are combined.
5. Gradually add the flour to the mixture, stirring until a cohesive dough forms. If the mixture is too wet, add a little more flour until it holds together.
6. Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each portion into a burger patty.
7. Heat a skillet over medium heat and add a drizzle of olive oil. Once hot, add the burger patties and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, until golden brown and crispy.
8. Serve the burgers on whole grain buns with your choice of toppings, such as lettuce, tomato, or a tahini sauce.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 12 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 8 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein and fiber, supporting muscle health and digestion.
• Rich in antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds from spices and herbs.

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