This Gluten Free Vegan Walnut Quinoa Burgers is the perfect Plant Based BBQ Veggie Burgers for summer entertaining, long weekends, Memorial Day and Father’s Day!
The first long weekend of the year is officially HERE and I am SOOOOO excited for a mid-day patio drink (#NewMom). While I have no qualms about biting into a big bad ass juicy beefy burger, I figure if we lighten things up we’ve got a little wiggle room for summer cocktails or dessert. So to celebrate the start of Summer (okay I know I’m getting a little ahead of myself here but I’m too excited to wait), I came up with these gluten free vegan walnut quinoa burgers.
How to Make Gluten Free Vegan Walnut Quinoa Burgers
These quinoa walnut burgers are going to blow your mind. First of all, they look DAMN close to the real deal, right? And the combination of quinoa, black beans and my secret ingredient, walnuts, is surprisingly satisfying and hearty. I don’t know if you’ve ever tried this, but mincing walnuts up super fine in the food processor yields a meaty-like texture that is really delish. I used this technique to make my keto walnut chili and trust me, it’s become a real favourite in our house.
So to make these plant based walnut burgers, I puree black beans, mix it with the minced walnuts, cooked quinoa, sauteed onions and garlic and lots of spice. They’re actually WAY more flavourful than traditional burgers, but are packed with protein, fibre and phytonutrients. I promise you everyone at the memorial day or Father’s Day BBQ cookout are going to love them to bits. Yes, even the hardcore meat enthusiasts.
I top my vegan walnut quinoa burgers with microgreens, tomato, avocado and pickles (because it is NOT worth eating any kind of burger sans pickle!!). But hey, if you have other burger goals, I can accept that. You do you. More pickles for me.
Now lovelies, let me know, are you team veggie burger or meat?
Have you tried these gluten free vegan walnut quinoa burgers?
What are your plans for the long weekend?
Leave me a comment below with your thoughts!
Gluten Free Vegan Walnut Quinoa Burgers
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 sweet onion minced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 cup cooked quinoa
- 4 cups walnuts
- 3 cups black soy beans drained and rinsed
- 1/4 cup parsley minced
- 2/3 cup gluten free breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp tamari
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 2 tsp cumin
- 2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
To Serve:
- Gluten free buns toasted
- Pickles
- Tomato sliced
- Avocado sliced
- Microgreens
Instructions
- In a medium nonstick skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil. Add the onion and sautee until softened, about 8 minutes. Add the garlic and saute for an additional 30 seconds. Set aside in a large bowl.
- In a food processor, pulse the walnuts until they reach a crumb-like consistency. Add to the bowl.
- Add the black soy beans and puree until smooth. Add to the bowl.
- Add in the quinoa, tamari, parsley, chili, cumin, breadcrumbs, salt and pepper.
- Form into 8 patties and place on a baking sheet lined with a silpat. Refrigerate for an hour.
- When ready to cook, preheat the grill to medium high heat. Add the patties and cook until brown on both sides.
- Layer your bun with pickles, tomatoes, avocado and microgreens and enjoy!
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Updated on May 12th, 2020
Carrie says
I made these for my son’s girlfriend who is a vegetarian and they were a hit with everyone! I used black beans instead of black soy beans and substituted cilantro for parsley. Yummy!! I also halved the recipe which ended up making 7 nice-sized patties. Thank you for the recipe!
Abbey Sharp says
Thats awesome!
TNR says
Awesome burgers. I eat them on salads, or some grains mixed with salad.
Two things I do:
First, I make 12 patties because I found them to be too big when doing 8.
Second, these are infinitely better on a cast iron pan with a little olive oil. the cast iron gives an excellent crust.
Abbey Sharp says
Oh great tips! I’m so glad you enjoyed it 🙂
Kevin says
Hi Abbey, I love this recipe – my wife and I have made it several times. Probably would have made it more but each batch makes approximately 20 GENEROUS burgers so it takes us a while to eat them. I’m talking triple whopper patties. Big Texas portions. Is this normal?
Maybe we are going overboard on the ingredients? 4 cups walnuts, three cans black beans, two dry cups of quinoa.
Abbey Sharp says
oh i think you misread it! It should be two cups COOKED and 3 cups black beans, not cans.
Jayne Smith says
Can I use instant oats instead of breadcrumbs?
Abbey Sharp says
You could try!
Joan says
What could be substituted for soy black beans?
Abbey Sharp says
Just regular black beans or one of your favourite beans
Kurt Dixon says
Does this recipe call for 4 cups of whole walnuts, ground walnuts or chopped walnuts?
Abbey Sharp says
4 cups of whole walnuts.
Erica says
So craving a burger now. I don’t often buy quinoa. Could I substitute with something like brown rice?
Abbey Sharp says
Yes, you could try that
tanya says
Do these freeze well?
Abbey Sharp says
Yes they do! I would say they would last 1-3 months
Jenn says
These burgers are currently resting in my fridge now, waiting to go on the bbq in a few hours. They smell good and look great! I am really excited!!
Abbey Sharp says
amazing! Enjoy Jenn!
Cynthia says
I’ve always wanted to make my own Veggie Burgers! Is a food processor essential to this recipe?
Abbey Sharp says
You could finely chop the walnuts to ground them up and you should use a masher for the black beans. A bit more work, but I think it’s possible! Just know that I haven’t tested it that way, just in case it doesn’t pack together! Let me know if it works for you 🙂
Natalie says
Oh Abbey, this burger look fantastic! I never tried vegan burger like this one before. I must MUST make this, for me and my hubby. Love how you used quinoa and my fav tamari + cumin… just yum.
Abbey Sharp says
Yes, you’ll love it! Thanks Natalie
Elysia | Haute & Healthy Living says
I need to try these ASAP! Always on the hunt for a good veggie burger!
Abbey Sharp says
Yes! This one is perfect!
Niki says
Can you share what buns you’re using in the pics? They look like they make this burger even more delicious!
Abbey Sharp says
Brioche buns! You can get them at most major supermarkets and bakeries!
Kate says
Gluten free brioche buns? Please, please give me a brand or specific supermarket, because I’ve searched for those for a while and had no luck.
Abbey Sharp says
Any GF bun will work, or ask your local gluten free bakery!
Deborah Brooks says
I love to make my own veggie burgers and adding walnuts is a fun idea for crunch
Abbey Sharp says
Totally delicious!
Carrie A Groff says
I’m definitely team meat! But…I will try anything once! These do look really good! I’ve been on a burger kick lately…wrapping mine in lettuce with some sugar-free BBQ sauce and pickles.
Abbey Sharp says
You won’t miss the meat in this burger!!