Butternut Squash Quinoa Burgers

In a food processor, combine the butternut squash, feta cheese, ground cumin, red bell pepper, cinnamon, turmeric, salt, and pepper. Pulse until the mixture is well-combined but still retains some texture.

Ingredients

475 mL of Butternut Squash

120 mL of Feta Cheese

5 mL of Ground Cumin

120 mL of Red Bell Pepper

2½ mL of Cinnamon

2½ mL of Turmeric

2½ mL of Salt And Pepper

15 mL of Butter

Equipment

Food Processor

Transfer the vegetable mixture to a bowl and fold in the cooked quinoa, chopped walnuts, and the egg until evenly incorporated. Shape the mixture into four uniform patties.

Ingredients

Quinoa

120 mL of Walnuts

1 piece of Egg

Equipment

Bowl

Heat coconut oil or butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the patties for 8 to 10 minutes per side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through.

Ingredients

Butter

30 mL of Coconut Oil

Equipment

Frying Pan

In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining feta cheese, lemon zest, lemon juice, and a dash of cumin. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Ingredients

Feta Cheese

Ground Cumin

Red Bell Pepper

Salt And Pepper

5 mL of Lemon Zest

15 mL of Lemon Juice

Equipment

Bowl

Whisk

Assemble the burgers by placing each patty on a whole wheat roll, topping with mixed greens, and drizzling with the prepared creamy feta sauce.

Ingredients

Feta Cheese

4 pieces of Whole Wheat Rolls

475 mL of Mixed Greens