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ORGANIC QUINOA VEGGIE BURGER | Integrator 1


  • PREP TIME: 15 MINUTES 

    YIELD: SERVES 4 - 6



    Sprouted quinoa is loaded with natural protein containing all 9 essential amino acids, B Vitamins and is has an impressive amount of insoluble fiber to support healthy colon.


    INGREDIENTS:

    1. 1 Cup sprouted quinoa
    2. 2 Cups organic bone broth or organic
    3. Vegetable broth
    4. 1 Tsp coconut oil
    5. 1⁄2 Cup celery (chopped)
    6. 1⁄2 Cup sweet onion (chopped)
    7. 1⁄2 Cup carrot (shredded)
    8. 1⁄2 Cup zucchini (grated)
    9. 1/3 Cup chopped fresh parsley
    10. 1 Tsp chopped fresh oregano
    11. 1⁄4 Tsp cayenne
    12. 1⁄2 Tsp paprika
    13. 1 Egg
    14. 3⁄4 Cup gluten free quick oats
    15. 1 Cup organic black beans (Edan Brand is pressure cooked to help reduce lectins)
    16. 2 Tbsp coconut oil



    METHOD:

    1. Bring 2 cups of your choice of broth to a boil. Add 1 cup sprouted quinoa; reduce to low heat. Cover and cook for 15 minutes. Remove from heat, add 1heaping Tsp of coconut oil stir and let cool in the refrigerator.
    2. In a medium skillet, sauté celery, onion, shredded carrot, grated zucchini, chopped fresh parsley, chopped fresh oregano, and 1⁄4 teaspoon of cayenne with 2 Tbsp coconut oil until softened – about 5-6 minutes. 
    3. In a large mixing bowl, add the quinoa, sautéed veggies, egg, oats, organic black beans and mix together well . Let chill; form into patties. Transfer to a well heated skillet with coconut oil, cook 1 side well before pressing and flipping to other side.



    TIPP: Serve over micro greens with sliced avocado drizzled with olive oil and an organic apricot or pear balsamic.