Looking for a healthy and delicious meatless meal? These Greek-Style Quinoa Burgers are packed with protein, fresh Mediterranean flavors, and wholesome ingredients. Made with quinoa, herbs, and feta cheese, these burgers are a perfect vegetarian option for lunch or dinner. Serve them with your favorite toppings or a side of Greek salad for a complete, nutritious meal.
Greek-Style Quinoa Burgers
Course: MainCuisine: Greek2
servings35
minutes35
minutes200
kcalIngredients
1/2 cup rinsed quinoa
1 medium carrot, cut into large chunks
6 scallions, thinly sliced
15 ounces of great northern beans, drained and rinsed
1/4 cup plain dried breadcrumbs
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1 tablespoon ground cumin
Coarse salt
Ground pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
4 pitas (each 6 inches)
1/2 English cucumber, thinly sliced diagonally
Directions
- In a small saucepan, bring 3/4 cup water to a boil; add quinoa, cover, and reduce heat to low. Cook until liquid is absorbed, 12 to 14 minutes; set aside.
- In a food processor, pulse the carrot until finely chopped. Add cooked quinoa, half the scallions, beans, breadcrumbs, egg, cumin, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper; pulse until combined but still slightly chunky.
- Form mixture into four 3/4-inch-thick patties (dip hands in water to prevent sticking). If too soft, refrigerate 10 minutes to firm. In a large nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium; cook burgers until browned and cooked through, 8 to 10 minutes per side.
- Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine yogurt, lemon juice, and the remaining scallions; season with salt and pepper. Serve burgers in pita topped with cucumber and yogurt sauce.
Notes
- Nutrition Facts (per serving):
Protein: 9 g
Fat: 10 g
Saturated Fat: 4 g
Carbohydrates: 20 g
Fiber: 3 g
Sugar: 1 g
Sodium: 350 mg
These Greek-Style Quinoa Burgers are a fresh and flavorful way to enjoy a vegetarian meal packed with nutrients. The combination of quinoa, feta, and fresh herbs brings the taste of the Mediterranean to your plate. Serve them with a side of Greek salad or inside a whole-wheat bun with your favorite toppings for a delicious, wholesome meal.
