Both a whole grain and a complete protein, quinoa is exceptionally nutritious.
Rinse quinoa under cool running water and cook as directed on package.
Place quinoa, carrot, bread crumbs, corn, parsley, pepper, and egg in food processor and process until mixture is combined but still chunky.
Spoon mixture into bowl and use hands to form 4 – 1 in (2.5 cm) thick patties. Place patties on plate and cool in refrigerator for 20 minutes.
Heat oil in skillet. Cook each patty 10 minutes per side.
Serve on whole grain bun with lettuce and top with Roasted Cherry Tomato Salsa (see next recipe).
Give any dish a boost of lycopene with this tomato-rich salsa.
Spread tomatoes out on cookie sheet and drizzle with oil. Place in oven and bake for 15 minutes or until slightly charred.
Transfer tomatoes to large bowl and mix in remaining ingredients. Chill before serving.
Makes 8 – 1/4 cup (60 mL) servings.
40 calories; 0 g protein; 3 g total fat (0 g sat. fat, 0 g trans fat); 2 g carbohydrates; 1 g fibre; 15 mg sodium.