Vegan Black Bean Quinoa Burger

extra-virgin olive oil

medium shallot, chopped

garlic cloves, chopped

ground cumin

ground coriander

cayenne

vegan Worcestershire (or soy sauce or tamari)

balsamic vinegar

tomato paste (or ketchup)

grated beet (optional - for color)

walnuts

black beans, cooked & drained (you will use ½ cup at a time)

"flax egg" (1 tablespoon ground flax + 3 tablespoons water)

cooked red quinoa (you’ll use ½ cup, then ¼ cup separately)

Sea salt and fresh black pepper

Toasted whole wheat or gluten-free buns

lettuce, red onion, tomato, shredded cabbage, jalapeños

Spiced Ketchup and Chipotle Mayonnaise