Name: Smoky BBQ Black Bean Burger
Prep time: 60 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 105 min
Yield: 4 (burgers)
Ingredients: 1 cup cooked + cooled quinoa ((divided // see notes for cooking instructions)); 1 15-ounce can black beans ((rinsed and dried)); 2/3 cup raw pecans; 1 Tbsp coconut or avocado oil ((plus more for cooking burgers // or water)); 1 heaping cup sliced and peeled sweet potato ((cut into 1/4-inch rounds)); 2 heaping cups thinly sliced cremini or button mushrooms; 2 Tbsp coconut aminos ((optional)); 1/2 tsp sea salt ((plus more to taste)); 2 1/2 tsp chili powder; 2 1/2 tsp cumin powder; 3 Tbsp vegan-friendly BBQ sauce ( (I like Annie’s organic original BBQ sauce // plus more for glazing)); Vegan-friendly hamburger buns OR lettuce wraps ((and gluten-free if needed)); Veggies of choice ((i.e. onion, cabbage, tomato, pickles))