Vegan Lettuce Wrap Burger

Light, flavorful, and entirely plant-based, this Vegan Lettuce Wrap Burger is a wholesome twist on your favorite burger! Using a hearty mixture of quinoa, black beans, and rolled oats seasoned with smoky paprika and cumin, these protein-packed patties are pan-seared to perfection. Wrapped in crisp lettuce leaves instead of a traditional bun, this gluten-free and low-carb option is ideal for a healthy lunch or dinner. Topped with creamy avocado and juicy tomato slices, these wraps are both fresh and satisfying. Ready in just 30 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is a nutritious crowd-pleaser that's perfect for anyone exploring meat-free, gluten-free, or low-carb dining.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup cooked quinoa
• 1 cup canned black beans
• 0.5 cup rolled oats
• 0.5 cup chopped onion
• 2 cloves minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon flaxseed meal
• 3 tablespoons water
• 8 leaves large lettuce leaves
• 1 sliced avocado
• 1 sliced tomato
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, combine the flaxseed meal and water. Stir well and let it sit for 5-10 minutes to thicken, creating a flax egg.

Step 2

In a food processor, add the black beans and pulse a few times until roughly mashed. Do not over-process; you want some texture.

Step 3

Transfer the mashed beans to a large bowl. Add cooked quinoa, rolled oats, chopped onion, minced garlic, ground cumin, smoked paprika, soy sauce, flax egg, salt, and black pepper.

Step 4

Mix everything together with a spoon or hands until well combined. If the mixture is too wet, you can add more oats, a tablespoon at a time.

Step 5

Shape the mixture into 4 equal patties.

Step 6

Heat olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat.

Step 7

Once the oil is hot, carefully place the patties in the skillet. Cook for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and heated through.

Step 8

Remove the patties from the skillet and drain them on paper towels if needed.

Step 9

For each lettuce wrap, take a large lettuce leaf and place a cooked patty on it.

Step 10

Top with sliced avocado and tomato.

Step 11

Wrap the lettuce around the patty and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(760.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1044.8

Total Fat 43.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2545.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 131.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 36.8g	0%
Total Sugars 7.2g
Protein 38.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 308.6mg	0%
Iron 14.8mg	0%
Potassium 2325.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 36.8%

Protein: 14.2%

Carbs: 49.0%