The Ultimate Veggie Burger
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The Ultimate Veggie Burger
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A classic vegan veggie burger is a super healthy alternative to beef, and so easy to make!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup cooked red rice
- 1 cup cooked black beans
- 1/2 cup rough chopped colorful bell peppers
- 1/2 cup rough chopped portobello mushroom
- 1/2 cup shredded zucchini about 1 small (squeeze out excess moisture in a paper towel)
- 1/3 cup bread crumbs
- 1 egg, beaten. This binding ingredient is optional ~ leave out for a vegan burger.
- 1/2 tsp Worcestershire sauce substitute soy sauce if vegetarian
- 1/2 tsp Smoked Salt
- 1/4 tsp cumin
- Fresh cracked black pepper to taste
- sliced cheese if desired
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Instructions
- Put the rice in the bowl of a food processor fitted with the metal blade. Pulse the machine until the rice has broken down but still has some texture. Don't process into a paste, but break down the rice so there are no big pieces.
- Remove the rice to a bowl, and then put the black beans in and do the same thing. Add them to the bowl.
- Put the bell peppers and mushrooms into the processor and pulse until finely chopped. Add them to the bowl.
- Add the shredded zucchini, bread crumbs, beaten egg, Worcestershire sauce and spices. Add lots of fresh cracked black pepper, and mix everything together until completely combined.
- At this point your mixture should resemble a meatloaf or meatball mixture: moist and sticky but not too wet. If it seems overly wet, add a bit more bread crumbs.
- Using an ice cream scoop or spoon, measure out about 1/2 cup of the mixture and form it into a ball. Place on a square of waxed paper and cover with another square. Press down to flatten slightly and then flatten with a tortilla press or a plate, using gentle even pressure to press the burger into a round. Use your fingers to even it out.
- Stack the burgers on a plate, in their waxed paper, and refrigerate for at least an hour to allow them to firm up.
- Grease your pan with olive oil and cook the burgers for about 4 or 5 minutes on each side, until they are hot through and crisp on the outside. Be careful when flipping them because they are delicate. Homemade veggie burgers probably won't work on a grill because of their delicate texture, but you could try if you have a special pan.
- Add a slice of cheese at the end of the cooking time, if using.
- Serve right away in a bun with all your favorite fixin's!
Notes
- And to go with your burger?
- How about some Quick and Spicy Refrigerator Pickles
- or some Easy Onion Strings
- Pickled Red Onions are always a good choice.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
88kcal
(4%)
Carbohydrates
15g
(5%)
Protein
4g
(8%)
Fat
1.16g
(2%)
Saturated Fat
0.31g
(2%)
Sodium
183mg
(8%)
Fiber
3g
(12%)
Sugar
1g
(2%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8burgers
Amount Per Serving
Calories 88 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 88kcal | 4% |
| Carbohydrates | 15g | 5% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 1.16g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.31g | 2% |
| Sodium | 183mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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