1 tsp olive oil

1/2 med white onion, peeled and finely diced

1 tsp reduced-sodium soy sauce

2 cloves garlic, peeled and pressed

2 c cooked quinoa

1 c prepared black beans

1 c prepared black beans, pureed

1/4 cup ground flaxseed

1 tsp ground mustard

1/4 tsp smoked paprika

1 1/2 tsp sea salt

1 tsp shredded cheddar cheese (optional)

1  lg avocado, sliced

2 med roma tomatoes, sliced

4 tsp Dijon mustard

In a small skillet, heat olive oil over med heat. Add onion and saute slowly7-10 minutes. Add soy sauce and garlic and continue to cook 1-2 minutes.

Meanwhile, in a med bowl, combine quinoa, black beans, pureed black beans, and flaxseed, mixing well. Season with ground mustard, smoked paprika, and salt.

Form mixture into patties. Spray skillet with cooking spray or a small amount of olive oil and cook patties over med heat for 5 minutes. Flip patties and cook another 2-3 minutes. Top with shredded cheese if desired.

Remove from heat. Serve your bunless burger with avocado slices, tomato slices, and Dijon mustard.

8 servings