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Millet-Black Bean Burger

Servings 2

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup soaked millet
  • 1 cup vegetable broth (or water)
  • 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed
  • 3 tablespoons water
  • 1/2 cup grated zucchini
  • 1/2 cup grated carrot
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/4 cup cooked black beansĀ 
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions
 

  • Add the vegetable broth (or water) to medium saucepan and bring to a boil.
  • Add the soaked millet, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan with a lid, and simmer for about 15-20 minutes or until the millet is tender and has absorbed most of the liquid. Once cooked, remove the millet from the heat and let it cool slightly.
  • In a small bowl, mix ground flaxseed with 3 tablespoons of water. Let it sit for a few minutes until it forms a gel-like consistency, creating a flaxseed "egg."
  • In a separate, large, mixing bowl add the grated zucchini, grated carrot, chopped onion, and minced garlic and stir well to combine. Then add the cooked black beans and mash them using a fork or potato masher. Leave some texture for added bite in the burger.
  • Next add the cooked millet, flaxseed, and spices, mixing everything together until well combined, the mixture should be slightly sticky and moldable.
  • Divide the mixture into two equal portions and shape into a patty, pressing firmly so all ingredients stick together, then place patties on a parchment paper lined plate, cover, and refrigerate at least 30 minutes.
  • Add olive oil to a medium skillet, when the oil is hot gently add the chilled patties to the skillet. Cook 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and slightly crispy.
  • Serve the burgers on your favorite gluten-free buns or lettuce wraps with your choice of toppings such as fresh lettuce, sliced tomatoes, sliced onion, or avocado.