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Flavorful Vegan Fathers Day Dinner Recipes with Easy Plant-Based BBQ Sliders

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These plant-based BBQ sliders are a quick, easy, and delicious vegan option perfect for Father’s Day or any casual gathering. Featuring smoky, tangy BBQ sauce and juicy patties made from black beans and quinoa, they satisfy even non-vegans.

Ingredients

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  • 1 can (15 oz / 425 g) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup (90 g) cooked quinoa
  • 1/2 cup (60 g) finely chopped mushrooms
  • 1/3 cup (40 g) rolled oats
  • 1 small onion, finely diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed mixed with 5 tablespoons water (flax egg)
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) tomato ketchup
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • Salt to taste
  • 8 slider buns (vegan-friendly)
  • Pickles
  • Fresh lettuce leaves
  • Vegan mayonnaise or aioli (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the flax egg by stirring 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed with 5 tablespoons water in a small bowl. Let sit for 5 minutes until thickened.
  2. Mash the black beans in a large bowl with a fork or food processor until mostly smooth but still slightly chunky, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook diced onion and chopped mushrooms until soft and fragrant, about 5-6 minutes. Let cool slightly.
  4. Add cooked quinoa, rolled oats, cooked mushrooms and onions, minced garlic, flax egg, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper to the mashed beans. Mix well until combined and moist but able to hold shape. Adjust oats or liquid if needed.
  5. Divide mixture into 8 equal portions and shape each into a slider-sized patty.
  6. Heat remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in skillet over medium heat. Cook patties 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and firm, flipping carefully.
  7. While patties cook, combine ketchup, maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, chili powder, and salt in a small saucepan. Warm over low heat, stirring occasionally, about 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
  8. Brush BBQ sauce generously on cooked patties and let soak for 1-2 minutes.
  9. Toast slider buns if desired. Spread vegan mayo or aioli on bottom bun, add lettuce leaf, place BBQ-coated patty, add pickles, and top with bun.
  10. Serve immediately while warm.

Notes

Do not overprocess the beans to keep texture. Cook mushrooms slowly to avoid soggy patties. Use flax egg as a binder. Brush BBQ sauce at the end to prevent sogginess. Patties can be baked at 375°F (190°C) for 20 minutes, flipping halfway through as an alternative cooking method. For gluten-free, substitute rolled oats with gluten-free oats or almond flour. Leftovers store well in fridge for up to 3 days; reheat gently.

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