Nourish Your Body, Elevate Your Energy: Protein-Packed Vegan Patty

There’s something magical about nourishing your body with ingredients that come straight from the earth — foods that fuel your muscles, feed your cells, and brighten your glow from the inside out. I’m always on the lookout for meals that feel powerful, simple, and deeply satisfying, and this week I created something I am absolutely obsessed with: the . Protein-Packed Vegan Patty

This vegan burger patty is hearty, juicy, and loaded with clean, nutrient-dense ingredients like black beans, mushrooms, quinoa, walnuts, oats, and freshly grated beet. It’s the kind of meal that supports an active lifestyle, keeps your energy steady, and tastes delicious!

Whether you’re plant-based, plant-curious, or simply wanting more whole foods on your plate, this recipe does it all — strength, nourishment, flavor, and glow. 

Ingredients (makes 4–6 patties)

• 1 cup cooked black beans (drained and rinsed)

• 1 cup cooked quinoa (any color works)

• 1 cup finely chopped mushrooms (cremini or portobello for flavor)

• ½ cup finely chopped walnuts (lightly toasted for depth)

• ½ cup quick oats (acts as binder)

• ½ small onion, finely diced

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari 

• 1 tablespoon tomato paste or BBQ sauce (adds moisture + flavor)

• 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed + 3 tbsp water (flax egg)

• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika

• ½ teaspoon cumin

• ½ teaspoon chili powder or cayenne (optional)

• 1 tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil

• Salt & pepper, to taste

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  🔥 Directions

  1. Make the flax egg – Mix ground flaxseed with water and let sit for 5–10 minutes until thick.

  2. Cook the veggies – In a skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add onions and mushrooms, cook until softened and moisture evaporates (about 6–8 minutes). Add garlic, soy sauce, and tomato paste. Cook another 1–2 minutes.

  3. Mash the base – In a large bowl, mash the black beans until partly smooth (leave some chunks for texture).

  4. Combine – Add cooked quinoa, sautéed mushrooms, oats, walnuts, spices, and the flax egg. Mix well. If the mixture feels too wet, add a few more oats; if too dry, add a spoon of tomato paste or a splash of veggie broth.

  5. Form patties – Shape into 4–6 patties and chill for at least 30 minutes to firm up.

  6. Cook –

     • Pan-sear: Heat a bit of oil in a skillet and cook each side 4–5 minutes until browned and crisp.

     • Bake: 400°F for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway through.

     • Air Fryer

       Preheat air fryer to 375°F. Lightly brush patties with oil. Air fry for 12–14 minutes, flipping halfway, until crisp outside and tender inside.

     • Tips for Best Results

       • Grated beet adds moisture, color, and natural sweetness.

       • Mushrooms provide juiciness and rich umami.

       • Chilling the patties before cooking helps them hold together.

       • Brushing lightly with oil creates a crisp exterior while keeping the inside soft.

✨ The Glow You Can Taste

This isn’t just a recipe — it’s a reminder that food is part of your daily self-care.
It’s fuel for your runs, your workouts, your creativity, your mood, and your glow.

When you choose meals full of color, texture, and nutrients, you’re choosing energy that supports who you are and how you move through the world. That’s what the Pure Power Patty is all about.