4th July Burger Idea for Independence Day | Elana Bailey Photography

July 4, 2018

Happy Independence Day to all of my American friends and followers and a huge shout out to my sisters, Lena and Sarah, who are celebrating this in LA today. An even bigger hello goes to my hard-working niece, Amelia, who is now working in Hollywood as an assistant at Stampede Studios. Way to go girl! Hustle, persistence, perseverance, determination, drive, true grit and being in the right place at the right time always pays off and it has! Another shout out goes to my nephew, Sebastien, who has all the above in spades too and is currently celebrating with them all in LA and pursuing his dreams in acting and singing.

We should be eating a burger today in celebration. So, you can do one of 2 things. Buy a juicy burger from your favourite burger joint or make a super healthy version of it. Please see the recipe below for a Beet and Bean Burger taken from taste.com.au Enjoy!

BEET AND BEAN BURGER

INGREDIENTS

·1 1/2 tbs Extra Virgin Olive Oil

·1 small brown onion, finely chopped

·1 carrot, peeled, coarsely grated

·1 small beetroot, peeled, coarsely grated

·2 tsp korma curry paste

·750g can four bean mix, rinsed, drained

·1/2 cup (loosely packed) fresh coriander leaves

·20g (1/4 cup) quinoa flakes

·2 tbs quinoa flakes, extra

·2 wholegrain (or sourdough) rolls, split, toasted OR Wrap it in Cos or Iceberg Lettuce if not eating carbs

·80ml (1/3 cup) beetroot tzatziki

·Baby spinach leaves

·1 Lebanese cucumber, sliced into ribbons

· Micro herbs, to serve

METHOD

· Step 1

Heat 2 tsp of the oil in a non-stick frying pan over medium heat. Add onion and cook, stirring, for 5 minutes or until softened. Add carrot and beetroot and cook for 2 minutes. Add curry paste and cook, stirring, for 1 minute until aromatic. Set aside to cool completely.

· Step 2

Process bean mix and coriander in a food processor until coarsely chopped. Place onion mixture, bean mixture and quinoa in a bowl. Use hands to mix until combined. Shape into 4 flat patties. Place extra quinoa on a plate. Press patties into quinoa to lightly coat.

· Step 3

Heat remaining oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat. Add patties and cook for 3-4 minutes each side until golden. Transfer to paper towel to drain.

· Step 4

Top roll bases with tzatziki, spinach, patties, cucumber and herbs. Sandwich with roll tops.