Vegetarian Brazilian Sausage

Bring bold South American flavors to your table with this irresistible Vegetarian Brazilian Sausage recipe! Using protein-packed black beans, nutty quinoa, and the rich crunch of walnuts, this plant-based twist on the traditional dish delivers taste and texture in every bite. Spiced with smoky paprika, zesty cumin, and a hint of chili powder, these sausages are bursting with flavor, while fresh cilantro adds a vibrant finish. Perfectly pan-seared for a golden crust, these sausages are versatile enough to serve with rice and beans, a fresh salad, or tucked into a sandwich bun. Quick to prepare in just 40 minutes and loaded with wholesome ingredients like oats and garlic, this satisfying recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or an impressive vegetarian centerpiece.

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup black beans, canned and drained
• 1 cup quinoa, cooked
• 0.5 cup walnut pieces, finely chopped
• 0.5 cup oats, rolled
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 cup bread crumbs

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, mash the black beans with a fork or potato masher until they form a chunky paste.

Step 2

Add the cooked quinoa, finely chopped walnuts, and rolled oats to the mashed beans and mix until combined.

Step 3

In a skillet over medium heat, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and sauté the chopped onion until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute.

Step 4

Transfer the sautéed onions and garlic to the bean mixture, and add smoked paprika, ground cumin, chili powder, dried oregano, soy sauce, remaining olive oil, chopped cilantro, salt, and black pepper.

Step 5

Mix everything thoroughly, then stir in the bread crumbs until the mixture holds together but is not too dry.

Step 6

Divide the mixture into 8 portions and shape each into logs or patties.

Step 7

Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-low heat. Cook the sausages for about 3-4 minutes on each side, until they are browned and heated through.

Step 8

Serve the vegetarian Brazilian sausages with your favorite sides or in a bun as a sandwich.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(772.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1557.9

Total Fat 79.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3240.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 171.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 34.4g	0%
Total Sugars 14.0g
Protein 50.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 372.7mg	0%
Iron 16.8mg	0%
Potassium 1809.7mg	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: 44.7%

Protein: 12.6%

Carbs: 42.7%