YOUR SOLIN GENERATED RECIPE
Crispy Black Bean Quinoa Burger Lettuce Wrap
Enjoy a savory, crispy black bean and quinoa burger that packs a satisfying protein punch. This recipe blends warm spices, tender black beans, fluffy quinoa, and a hint of reduced-fat cheddar, all cradled in fresh, crisp lettuce leaves for a wholesome meal perfect any time of the day.
INGREDIENTS
0.75 cup canned black beans
0.33 cup cooked quinoa
1 serving (1 egg + 2 egg whites)
0.25 cup reduced-fat shredded cheddar cheese
0.25 cup diced red bell pepper
2 tbsp diced red onion
1 tsp olive oil
2 lettuce leaves
0.5 tsp garlic powder
0.5 tsp ground cumin
Salt and pepper to taste
PREPARATION
In a medium bowl, mash the black beans lightly with a fork, leaving some texture.
Stir in the cooked quinoa, diced red bell pepper, red onion, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
In a small bowl, whisk together the whole egg and egg whites, then fold into the bean mixture.
Mix in the shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese thoroughly.
Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat and form the mixture into a patty.
Cook the patty for about 4-5 minutes on each side until crispy and heated through.
Transfer the crispy burger onto two large lettuce leaves to serve.
Optionally, add additional seasonings or your favorite squeeze of lime for extra flavor.