Veggie and Goat Cheese Quinoa Burgers

Served with multigrain bread, these veggie burgers are packed with the bold flavors and textures of quinoa, goat cheese, pumpkin, beets, and basil.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 12 mins
• Total Time: 32 mins
• Calories: 304 Calories

Ingredients

• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon ground ginger
• 1 cup canned pumpkin
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 leaves fresh basil
• ½ cup quick-cooking oats
• ¼ cup sliced red onion
• 1 cup cooked quinoa
• ¾ cup fresh basil, chopped
• 1 medium beet, peeled and shredded
• ½ cup soft, spreadable goat cheese, divided
• 4 slices Nature's Own® Perfectly Crafted Multigrain Bread, toasted
• ⅓ cup Diced tomato

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine quinoa, pumpkin, 3/4 cup basil, beet, oats, 1/4 cup goat cheese, garlic, salt, and ginger. Mix until well combined. Cover and chill for 30 minutes or until easy to work with.

Step 2

In a very large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Meanwhile, divide the mixture into 4 portions and press each portion into a 4-inch patty.

Step 3

Cook patties in hot oil over medium heat for 12 to 15 minutes or until firm and lightly browned, turning once halfway through cooking.

Step 4

Spread remaining 1/4 cup goat cheese over toasted bread slices. Top with quinoa burgers. If desired, garnish with additional fresh basil, diced tomato, and/or sliced red onion.