As the weather warms up not only here in the California desert but around the country, my thoughts turn to…outdoor cooking and burgers! In particular this BBQ Kidney Bean Quinoa Burger!
I don’t eat a lot of burgers these days, but I was in the mood the other day and (figuratively) dusted off this BBQ Kidney Bean Quinoa Burger recipe. I originally posted it way back in 2013, and hadn’t made it since then! I won’t forget about it again!
And while I didn’t cook this BBQ Kidney Bean Quinoa Burger on the actual barbecue, you certainly can. It holds together very well, and can be grilled, broiled, or fried.
BBQ Kidney Bean Quinoa Burger
While we didn’t actually barbecue them, they had a nice smoky flavor and spicy taste. Plus, they’re quick and easy enough to prepare any day!
- 1 can (or one cup) of kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- ¼ cup prepared quinoa
- ¼ cup vegan bread crumbs
- 1 tablespoon mushrooms, chopped
- 1 tablespoon zucchini, chopped
- 1 tablespoon yellow squash, chopped
- 1 tablespoon onion, chopped
- 1 Serrano chile, seeded and chopped
- 1 teaspoon liquid smoke
- ¼ teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Combine the ingredients in a food processor. Process until well mixed but leave some texture to the beans and veggies. If it is too thick, add about a tablespoon of water, but be careful. Too much water and your burger won't hold together.
- Divide into 2-4 portions and form into patties. Can be grilled, broiled, or fried. Cook until browned on both sides and heated through.
These burgers are pretty healthy too, as well as a great way to “sneak” some fresh veggies into your diet. In addition to the kidney beans and quinoa, they also contain two types of squash, as well as mushroom, onions, and peppers.
Are you looking forward to barbecue season? Do you have a favorite burger recipe?
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Looks so super yummy!
I wonder if you’re coming down with a little something? I feel that way sometimes and then a few days later, it’s like “aha”. I hope you feel better.
Sorry about the tire, that sucks.
Thank you. I wondered if I was getting sick too, but while I feel a low level of “just not feeling good” this week, I haven’t got worse, or developed sniffles. Maybe just tired.
ahhh yes yes yes.
I SO BELIEVE THAT WHICH DOESNT KILL US MAKES US WALK, errrr, stronger.
xo
That was my mantra for a long time. Still is, I guess, though it seems sometimes what doesn’t kill me makes my back and knees hurt 🙂
Girl, you don’t even want to get me started on car issues right now! I just had a lousy weekend with ours. 🙂
I’m always looking for a good bean burger. I’ve actually never put quinoa in one so I’ve got to try yours. Pinned!
I read about your car problems! So sorry, makes my little flat tire seem like a minor annoyance.
LOVE black bean burgers!!
Burger sounds fantastic. Love using red beans as an alternative. I think they hold together better too – more firm. And man I hear you on some days feeling your age. Just keep moving is what I tell myself 😉
It’s actually been all week. I’m so ready for my weekend. A little R & R is in order!
This looks AMAZING! Must make this for dinner soon!
xoxo
Oh those burgers look so good. Never made anything with Quinoa, but eat it alone all the time.
I love quinoa alone, in salads, in casseroles, and it works good in burgers too!
This sounds tasty, I will have to sneak it past the family, one whiff of healthy and they run, but I am going to print and try! Sorry about the workout, in Jersey the air quality stinks today, and I felt much the same way. If only my eyes would stop itching now! UGH!
Just don’t tell them they’re eating something healthy. It is a burger, after all 😉
Yummy! Pinning. Great way to use Quinoa!
Oh man…car troubles! I’ve had my fair share!
Recipe looks great!
Sorry about the tire! That is no fun.
And oh I must try those burgers. Delicious! Off to pin…
After reading about a few others’ car problems, a little old flat tire feels like nothing. A minor inconvenience.
sounds deeelish! i am in love with lentil burgers. i have been experimenting with different things, even mixing butternut squash with them too. so good!
It’s the seasonings that make the burger. Butternut squash sounds interesting. On that note, sweet potato could work too.
This looks fantastic! I love beans and quinoa in a burger but you’ve outdone yourself here! This is a fabulous looking recipe!
Thanks JL. That means a lot to me 🙂
Love the recipe!
Ah, feeling the age. I have been there & will be there again. Some days we just don’t feel it. I do like you – do my best even if I tone it down & move on. I do know for a fact that I have slowed in my workouts over the years. I do them hard BUT they take me longer even though I still don’t stop for est with weights – how does that work. 😉
These look delicious. I love bean burgers. I used to make veggie burgers all the time, but have gotten in the habit of buying them. Need to try these!
Same here. Making these again was a good reminder how easy and how much better they taste that the store bought.
I’m so ready for outdoor grilling! These look like a great alternative to meat!
A perfect recipe, just in time for grilling season!
This looks reaaaaalllly yummy. And now I want a {meatless} burger for dinner! 😛
you know I love my beef, but I would totally make this on occasion to mix thing up! sounds delicious
Pinning this awesome recipe to my yummy veggie burger board!! Looks super delicious!
Always forget about the liquid smoke! Looks great thanks for linking up
im always looking for new veggie burger recipes..i will have to give your version a try sometime soon 🙂
Bean burgers are my favorite! These are loaded with different types too, Awesome!
I would totally top this patty on a salad with my a bbq sauce vinaigrette I make!
Ooh, bbq sauce vinaigrette sounds wonderful!
I am definitely a veggie burger fan my favorite being my sweet potato veggie burgers but I love the quinoa in this!
Yum, sweet potato veggie burgers sound yummy!
Still need to make this – looks delicious!
They are good! I’ll just keep posting this until you do! 🙂
Well you know I am all over these! Full of veggie protein and yum thanks for linking up today for meatless Monday
They’re a great way to sneak in some extra veggies.
Ooooh these look great! I love that the BBQ spices are baked into the burger
I’m sure there are quinoa burgers out there, but my favourite recipes are those that aren’t going to take two hours to cook.
Yummy. I would fry it.