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Beet and Carrot Veggie Burgers Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 medium-sized beets, peeled and grated
- 2 medium-sized carrots, peeled and grated
- 1/2 cup cooked quinoa
- 1/2 cup cooked brown rice
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/4 cup chopped red onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp olive oil

Special equipment needed:
- Food processor
- Large mixing bowl
- Baking sheet
- Spatula

Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a food processor, pulse the cooked quinoa, cooked brown rice, rolled oats, chopped walnuts, fresh parsley, fresh cilantro, red onion, garlic, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
3. Add the grated beets and carrots to the food processor and pulse until the mixture is well combined and the vegetables are finely chopped.
4. Transfer the mixture to a large mixing bowl and stir in the all-purpose flour until well combined.
5. Using your hands, form the mixture into 6-8 patties and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
6. Brush the patties with olive oil and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are crispy and the patties are cooked through.
7. Use a spatula to carefully remove the patties from the baking sheet and serve immediately.


Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 25-30 minutes
5. Temperature:
375°F (190°C)
Serving size:
6-8 patties

Nutritional information:
- Calories: 200
- Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Instead of quinoa, you can use cooked lentils or chickpeas.
- Instead of brown rice, you can use cooked white rice or millet.
- Instead of walnuts, you can use pecans or almonds.
- Instead of parsley and cilantro, you can use basil or dill.
- Instead of red onion, you can use shallots or green onions.

Variations:
- Add 1/4 cup of crumbled feta cheese to the mixture for a tangy flavor.
- Use different spices, such as curry powder or chili powder, to change the flavor profile.
- Add 1/4 cup of sun-dried tomatoes or roasted red peppers for a sweeter flavor.
- Use different vegetables, such as sweet potatoes or zucchini, instead of beets and carrots.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to squeeze out any excess moisture from the grated beets and carrots before adding them to the mixture.
- If the mixture is too wet, add more rolled oats or all-purpose flour until it holds together.
- You can make the patties ahead of time and freeze them for later use.

Storage instructions:
- Store the leftover patties in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
- To reheat the patties, place them in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes, or until heated through.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve the patties on a bed of mixed greens with a dollop of Greek yogurt or hummus on top.
- Serve the patties on a whole wheat bun with avocado slices and tomato slices.

Garnishes:
- Fresh herbs, such as parsley or cilantro
- Sliced avocado
- Tomato slices
- Greek yogurt or hummus

Pairings:
- Sweet potato fries
- Roasted vegetables
- Quinoa salad

Suggested side dishes:
- Mixed greens salad
- Roasted Brussels sprouts
- Grilled corn on the cob

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the patties are falling apart, add more all-purpose flour or rolled oats to the mixture until it holds together.
- If the patties are too dry, add more olive oil to the mixture until it is moist enough to hold together.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the patties until they are cooked through to avoid any risk of foodborne illness.

Food history:
- Veggie burgers have been around since the 1980s and have become a popular alternative to meat-based burgers.

Flavor profiles:
- The beet and carrot veggie burgers have a sweet and earthy flavor, with a hint of smokiness from the smoked paprika.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve the patties on a bed of mixed greens with a dollop of Greek yogurt or hummus on top.

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Taste: Savory, Earthy, Sweet, Tangy, Nutty