Apple Veggie Burgers Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
• 1 medium carrot, grated
• 1 medium apple, grated (preferably a tart variety like Granny Smith)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup cooked quinoa
• 1/2 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 4 pieces burger buns
• 4 leaves lettuce, for garnish
• 4 slices sliced tomato, for garnish
• 4 tablespoons condiments like vegan mayo or ketchup (optional)