Quinoa, Beef & Zucchini No-Bun Burger

 

No-bun burgers are a bariatric BBQ fav! Warmer weather is on the way so whip up a batch of these delicious and super healthy burgers for your friends and family at your next cook-out.

 

Here's what you'll need:

• 1 zucchini, grated
• 400g lean, ground beef
• 1 cup (185g) quinoa, cooked
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 egg, beaten
• 1 tsp. salt and pepper
• 2 tbsp. olive oil

 

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Grate the zucchini and squeeze out any excess moisture using some clean kitchen towel. 
2. Transfer the zucchini into a bowl. Add the beef, quinoa, garlic, egg, 1 teaspoon of salt, and ¼ teaspoon of pepper. Combine all the ingredients together using clean hands. 
3. Form the mixture into 8 patties. Heat a part of the oil in a grill pan over medium-high heat, and cook the burgers 5-6 minutes each side. 
4. The burgers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.

 

Serves: 8