Quinoa and Black Bean Burger Patties

Quinoa and Black Bean Burger Patties recipe videos

Quinoa and Black Bean Burger Patties are a plant-based, protein-packed alternative to traditional meat burgers, typically made from cooked quinoa, mashed black beans, breadcrumbs, and a blend of savory spices. This dish is a modern creation, popular in health-conscious and vegetarian cuisines across North America and beyond.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

These patties are high in plant-based protein and fiber, while being relatively low in saturated fat, making them a nutritious and filling meal option. A single patty (around 100-120g) generally contains 150-200 calories, with significant contributions of iron, magnesium, and B vitamins.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	210 kcal
Protein	12 g
Carbs	22 g
Fat	8 g
Fiber	6 g
Sugar	2 g
Sodium	380 mg
Iron	3.5 mg
Magnesium	65 mg
Potassium	320 mg
Phosphorus	180 mg
Folate	120 mcg
Manganese	1.0 mg
Zinc	2.0 mg
Thiamin (B1)	0.3 mg

Per 1 patty (113 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Quinoa is a complete protein, containing all nine essential amino acids, which is rare for plant foods and makes this burger a nutritionally robust choice. The combination of quinoa and black beans creates a complete amino acid profile, similar to meat, while also being a sustainable and eco-friendly protein source.