Mushroom and Quinoa Burger

Ingredients

Mayonnaise

4 tablespoons

Avocado

1, sliced

Tomato

1, sliced

Lettuce

4 leaves

Burger buns

4

Olive oil

2 tablespoons

Salt and pepper

to taste

Dijon mustard

1 tablespoon

Worcestershire sauce

1 tablespoon

Egg

1, beaten

Breadcrumbs

1/2 cup

Garlic

2 cloves, minced

Onion

1, finely chopped

Mushrooms

2 cups, finely chopped

Quinoa

1 cup, cooked

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, chopped mushrooms, onion, minced garlic, breadcrumbs, beaten egg, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, and season with salt and pepper. Mix well until it forms a uniform mixture.
2. Divide the mixture into 4 equal parts and shape each piece into a 1/2-inch thick patty.
3. Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Place the patties on the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they turn a beautiful golden brown and are thoroughly cooked.
4. While the patties are cooking, toast the burger buns for a crisp, warm touch.
5. To assemble the burgers, spread a tablespoon of mayonnaise on the bottom half of each toasted bun. Lay a lettuce leaf on top, followed by the mushroom and quinoa patty, a couple of tomato slices, and a few slices of avocado. Top with the other half of the bun.
6. Serve these delicious Mushroom and Quinoa Burgers with a side of sweet potato fries or a refreshing green salad. Enjoy this plant-based indulgence!