CUMIN QUINOA PATTIES

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These easy burgers taste amazing, and the quinoa gives them a hearty texture. They're a delicious vegetarian option that you really have to try. Pan-frying them adds a perfect crunch that takes them to the next level. You can make the mixture for this healthy quinoa recipe ahead of time-it freezes very well. Enjoy! -Beth Klein, Arlington, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 cup water
1/2 cup quinoa, rinsed
1 medium carrot, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 cup canned cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
1/4 cup panko bread crumbs
3 green onions, chopped
1 large egg, lightly beaten
3 teaspoons ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
Optional: Sour cream, salsa and minced fresh cilantro

Steps:

In a small saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add quinoa. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until liquid is absorbed, 12-15 minutes. Remove from heat; fluff with a fork., Meanwhile, place carrot in a food processor; pulse until coarsely chopped. Add beans; process until chopped. Transfer mixture to a large bowl. Mix in cooked quinoa, bread crumbs, green onions, egg and seasonings. Shape mixture into 8 patties., In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add patties; cook until a thermometer reads 160°, 3-4 minutes on each side, turning carefully. If desired, serve with optional ingredients.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 235 calories, Fat 10g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 47mg cholesterol, Sodium 273mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 8g protein. Diabetic Exchanges