Healthy, low-fat quinoa burgers

Quinoa is a protein-rich super grain and comes in many colors.  It is a new discovery for me and I’ve been trying to use it more.

In a pot, bring 3/4 cup water to boil, add 1/2 cup rinsed quinoa.  Cover and reduce heat.  Cook until liquid is gone – 12 minutes.  Add 1 shredded carrot, 3 thinly sliced green onions, 2 cups canned (or cooked dried) white beans, 1/4 cup dried bread crumbs, 1 egg, 1 tsp. cumin and 1/2 tsp. each salt and pepper.  Mash well.

Form mixture into 4 patties.  (If needed, dip hands in water to prevent sticking; and if too soft, put in fridge for 5 minutes to firm.)  In skillet, cook patties in 4 tblsp. oil – 8 minutes on each side.

Quinoa burgers cooking

Serve in pitas topped with a spoonful of plain non-fat yogurt or low-fat sour cream, sliced cucumbers and sliced green onions.