Veggie Quinoa Burgers

1 . Stage

Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat and lightly oil the grate.

2 . Stage

Combine quinoa and water in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, place lid on saucepan, and cook until water is completely absorbed, about 15 minutes; Remove from heat and set aside to cool.

3 . Stage

Heat 2 teaspoons olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir carrots, celery, red bell pepper, onion, garlic, ginger, and mushrooms in the hot oil until softened, about 10 minutes; set aside to cool.

4 . Stage

Mash kidney beans with a fork in a large bowl; add quinoa and the carrot mixture to the means and mix.

5 . Stage

Mix dill, spinach, egg, bread crumbs, sesame oil, mozzarella cheese, salt, and pepper into kidney bean mixture; shape into 8 patties.

6 . Stage

Brush the 1 tablespoon olive oil evenly both sides of each patty.

7 . Stage

Arrange the patties into a large baking dish.

8 . Stage

Grill on preheated grill until hot in the center, 7 to 8 minutes per side.