These creamy avocado and cilantro green veggie burgers are a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional beef burgers. They're made with a base of cooked quinoa, mashed avocado, and chopped cilantro, red onion, and green bell pepper. The burgers are seasoned with lemon juice, ground cumin, and salt, and then formed into patties and cooked in a skillet until browned and cooked through. Serve on buns with your favorite toppings.
The inspiration for these veggie burgers came to me one day when I was craving a burger but didn't want to eat meat. I started experimenting with different ingredients, and I quickly realized that the combination of quinoa, avocado, and cilantro was a winner. The quinoa provides a hearty base, the avocado adds creaminess and richness, and the cilantro brings a bright, fresh flavor. I also added some chopped red onion and green bell pepper for extra flavor and texture. The burgers are seasoned with lemon juice, ground cumin, and salt, and then formed into patties and cooked in a skillet until browned and cooked through. I like to serve them on buns with my favorite toppings, such as lettuce, tomato, onion, and avocado. These veggie burgers are a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional beef burgers, and they're sure to please everyone at your table.
Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 10 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
1 cup cooked quinoa
1/2 cup mashed avocado
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
1/4 cup chopped red onion
1/4 cup chopped green bell pepper
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Combine all ingredients in a large bowl and mix well.
Form into 4 patties.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat.
Cook patties for 4-5 minutes per side, or until browned and cooked through.
Serve on buns with your favorite toppings.
Why It Works
The combination of quinoa, avocado, and cilantro is a flavorful and satisfying base for these veggie burgers.
The chopped red onion and green bell pepper add extra flavor and texture.
The burgers are seasoned with lemon juice, ground cumin, and salt, which gives them a delicious and well-rounded flavor.
The burgers are cooked in a skillet until browned and cooked through, which gives them a slightly crispy exterior and a tender interior.