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Quinoa and Black Bean Burgers with Guacamole

October 6, 2012 by epicureanvegan

Quinoa and Black Bean Burgers with Guacamole -- Epicurean VeganQuinoa and black beans are two proteins that are just meant to be together. The original recipe for the burgers is from Vegetarian Times, but I made a few alterations. I also added a slice of Daiya cheese (Havarti style wedge) and I made some guac to top it off. The recipe also calls for steak seasoning, and as a vegan, I don’t typically stock up on that stuff, so I went with a blend of Old Bay and a Garlic and Wine seasoning. And don’t expect a dry consistency with these burgers—they’re crispy on the outside and soft and moist inside. These can be made ahead, and even frozen, so they make a great lunch as well when you don’t have a lot of time.

Quinoa and Black Bean Burgers with Guacamole -- Epicurean Vegan

 

Quinoa and Black Bean Burgers with Guacamole -- Epicurean Vegan

INGREDIENTS:
Burgers:
1/2 C quinoa (I used a blend of red, wheat, and black quinoa which I found in the bulk section of the store)
1 C onion, chopped fine
6 oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, drained and chopped fine
1 15-oz can black beans, drained, rinsed, and divided
2 cloves garlic, crushed or minced
1 tsp Old Bay seasoning
1 tsp Garlic & Wine seasoning
1/4 C flax seed
5-6 hamburger buns
Guacamole:
2 ripe avocados, peeled and seeded
1/2 C diced tomatoes
2 Tbs red onion, diced
1 Tbs lime juice
1/4 C cilantro, optional
2 tsp Mt. Elbert All Purpose Seasoning from  Savory

Quinoa and Black Bean Burgers with Guacamole -- Epicurean Vegan

 

DIRECTIONS:
In a small saucepan, combine 1-1/2 cups of water with the quinoa and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and cook for 20 minutes.

Quinoa and Black Bean Burgers with Guacamole -- Epicurean VeganMeanwhile, in a skillet, combine the onion and sun-dried tomatoes. The oil left on the tomatoes will be plenty of oil for sauteeing. Cook over medium heat for 5 minutes, or until the onion softens. Add 3/4 cup of the black beans, garlic, seasoning, and 1-1/2 cup of water. Simmer for 10 minutes, or until most of the liquid is absorbed.

Quinoa and Black Bean Burgers with Guacamole -- Epicurean VeganTransfer the bean mixture to a food processor, along with 3/4 cup of the quinoa and process until smooth.

Quinoa and Black Bean Burgers with Guacamole -- Epicurean VeganTransfer to a bowl and add the rest of the black beans and quinoa. I also added some flax seed to the mix. Season with salt and pepper.

Quinoa and Black Bean Burgers with Guacamole -- Epicurean Vegan(Yes, I know, it looks really unappetizing right now…)

I made these earlier in the day, so I covered the mixture and let it cool in the fridge for about an hour. When you’re ready to make the patties, preheat the oven to 350. Spray a pan with cooking spray and set aside. Make 5-8 patties (depending on how large you make them) and place onto the pan.

Quinoa and Black Bean Burgers with Guacamole -- Epicurean VeganBake for 20-22 minutes, then flip and bake another 12 minutes.

Meanwhile, to make the guac, mash the avocados with a pastry blender. Add the other ingredients and combine thoroughly.

Quinoa and Black Bean Burgers with Guacamole -- Epicurean Vegan

Quinoa and Black Bean Burgers with Guacamole -- Epicurean Vegan

If using Daiya cheese, throw a slice or two onto the burgers during the last minute of baking—it’ll melt quickly.

Enjoy!

Quinoa and Black Bean Burgers with Guacamole -- Epicurean Vegan

Quinoa and Black Bean Burgers with Guacamole
 
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Quinoa and black beans are two proteins that are just meant to be together. The original recipe for the burgers is from Vegetarian Times, but I made a few alterations. I also added a slice of Daiya cheese (Havarti style wedge) and I made some guac to top it off. The recipe also calls for steak seasoning, and as a vegan, I don't typically stock up on that stuff, so I went with a blend of Old Bay and a Garlic and Wine seasoning. And don't expect a dry consistency with these burgers---they're crispy on the outside and soft and moist inside. These can be made ahead, and even frozen, so they make a great lunch as well when you don't have a lot of time.
Author: Epicurean Vegan
Serves: 5-6
Ingredients
  • Burgers:
  • ½ C quinoa (I used a blend of red, wheat, and black quinoa which I found in the bulk section of the store)
  • 1 C onion, chopped fine
  • 6 oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, drained and chopped fine
  • 1 15-oz can black beans, drained, rinsed, and divided
  • 2 cloves garlic, crushed or minced
  • 1 tsp Old Bay seasoning
  • 1 tsp Garlic & Wine seasoning
  • ¼ C flax seed
  • 5-6 hamburger buns
  • Guacamole:
  • 2 ripe avocados, peeled and seeded
  • ½ C diced tomatoes
  • 2 Tbs red onion, diced
  • 1 Tbs lime juice
  • ¼ C cilantro, optional
  • 2 tsp Mt. Elbert All Purpose Seasoning from Savory
Directions
  1. In a small saucepan, combine 1-1/2 cups of water with the quinoa and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and cook for 20 minutes.
  2. Meanwhile, in a skillet, combine the onion and sun-dried tomatoes. The oil left on the tomatoes will be plenty of oil for sauteeing. Cook over medium heat for 5 minutes, or until the onion softens. Add ¾ cup of the black beans, garlic, seasoning, and 1-1/2 cup of water. Simmer for 10 minutes, or until most of the liquid is absorbed.
  3. Transfer the bean mixture to a food processor, along with ¾ cup of the quinoa and process until smooth.
  4. Transfer to a bowl and add the rest of the black beans and quinoa. I also added some flax seed to the mix. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. I made these earlier in the day, so I covered the mixture and let it cool in the fridge for about an hour.
  6. When you're ready to make the patties, preheat the oven to 350. Spray a pan with cooking spray and set aside. Make 5-8 patties (depending on how large you make them) and place onto the pan.
  7. Bake for 20-22 minutes, then flip and bake another 12 minutes.
  8. Meanwhile, to make the guac, mash the avocados with a pastry blender. Add the other ingredients and combine thoroughly.
  9. If using Daiya cheese, throw a slice or two onto the burgers during the last minute of baking---it'll melt quickly.
  10. Enjoy!
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Filed Under: Dinners Tagged With: black beans, daiya, easy, guacamole, quinoa, Savory Spice Shop, Vegetarian Times, veggie burgers

Baked Tofu Tacos

August 22, 2012 by epicureanvegan

Baked Tofu Tacos -- Epicurean VeganThis was a delicious experiment. The Eighth Grader suggested these tacos, so why not? Tofu’s the chameleon of plant-based foods. I had bought some seasoning mix from Savory Spice Shop   that we thought sounded interesting, and decided to try it out on these tacos.

I think it works best to try to marinate the tofu in the seasoning for a few hours. (These tacos tasted even better the next day).

INGREDIENTS:
16-20 oz extra firm tofu, drained and pressed
2 Tbs seasoning mix of your choice, divided
2-4 Tbs olive oil, divided
1 onion, sliced
Taco shells
Lettuce, shopped
Tomatoes, chopped
Salsa
Avocado, sliced

DIRECTIONS:
Cut the tofu into little slabs . . .

Baked Tofu Tacos -- Epicurean Vegan

Line a baking sheet (preferably with sides to catch the oil) with foil. In a small bowl, combine 1 tablespoon of the seasoning mix with about 1 to 1-1/2 Tbs of olive oil. Brush the foil with a little of the mixture, then line the pan with the tofu. Brush the tops and sides of the tofu with the olive oil mix. If you can cover and leave the tofu for an hour or two, that would be great. You can also combine the the 2 Tbs of the mixture and olive oil in a bag or dish with the tofu and marinate it that way.

Baked Tofu Tacos -- Epicurean Vegan

Preheat oven to 375. Bake the tofu for about 15 minutes, or until the edges start to brown. Turn the tofu slices and brush the remaining seasoning/oil mix on the other side. Bake another 15 minutes or so, again, until the edges begin to brown.

While the tofu is baking, saute the onion slices in a little olive oil over medium heat.

Baked Tofu Tacos -- Epicurean Vegan

Once baked, cut each slice in half, longways.

Baked Tofu Tacos -- Epicurean Vegan

I transferred the tofu to the onion pan.

Baked Tofu Tacos -- Epicurean Vegan

Scoop into some taco shells, add a slice or two of avocado, some lettuce, tomatoes, and salsa. Enjoy!

Baked Tofu Tacos
 
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Author: Epicurean Vegan
Ingredients
  • 16-20 oz extra firm tofu, drained and pressed
  • 2 Tbs seasoning mix of your choice, divided
  • 2-4 Tbs olive oil, divided
  • 1 onion, sliced
  • Taco shells
  • Lettuce, shopped
  • Tomatoes, chopped
  • Salsa
  • Avocado, sliced
Directions
  1. Cut the tofu into little slabs
  2. Line a baking sheet (preferably with sides to catch the oil) with foil. In a small bowl, combine 1 tablespoon of the seasoning mix with about 1 to 1-1/2 Tbs of olive oil. Brush the foil with a little of the mixture, then line the pan with the tofu. Brush the tops and sides of the tofu with the olive oil mix. If you can cover and leave the tofu for an hour or two, that would be great. You can also combine the the 2 Tbs of the mixture and olive oil in a bag or dish with the tofu and marinate it that way.
  3. Preheat oven to 375. Bake the tofu for about 15 minutes, or until the edges start to brown. Turn the tofu slices and brush the remaining seasoning/oil mix on the other side. Bake another 15 minutes or so, again, until the edges begin to brown.
  4. While the tofu is baking, saute the onion slices in a little olive oil over medium heat.
  5. Once baked, cut each slice in half, longways.
  6. I transferred the tofu to the onion pan.
  7. Scoop into some taco shells, add a slice or two of avocado, some lettuce, tomatoes, and salsa. Enjoy!
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Filed Under: Dinners Tagged With: easy, marinated tofu, Mexican, protein, Savory Spice Shop, seasoned tofu, tofu, tofu tacos

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