Veggie Burger (That actually tastes GOOD)
You have got to try this Veggie Burger - it actually tastes good! They are so flavorful and have the perfect consistency. You won't even miss the meat!
Servings: 4
Calories: 756kcal
Ingredients
- 3 Tablespoon olive oil
- 1/3 cup mushrooms finely chopped
- 5 olives finely chopped
- 2 artichoke hearts the canned ones, finely chopped
- 4 Tablespoons onion finely chopped
- 4 Tablespoons red bell pepper finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon chopped jalapeno from a can or jar is best
- 5 cloves garlic minced
- 1/2 cup black beans drained, rinsed and rinsed
- 1/2 cup white beans drained and rinsed
- 1/2 cup chick peas drained and rinsed
- 3/4 cup rolled oats
- 2 Tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon celery salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground sage
- 1/4. teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cumin
- 1/4 cup panko bread crumbs
- 1 egg lightly beaten
- 1 cup shredded pepper jack cheese
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat, saute mushrooms, olives, artichoke hearts, onion, pepper, jalapeno, and garlic for about 5 minutes or until onions become clear and veggies become soft.
- Remove from heat and cool.
- Place beans/chickpeas in a medium-sized mixing bowl and coarsely mash all of the beans together.
- Stir in sauteed vegetable mixture and remaining ingredients. Mix well to combine all ingredients. Form mixture into 4-5 patties (if it seems too dry, add a little more Worcestershire sauce.. if too wet, add more bread crumbs).
- Cover and refrigerate at least 30 minutes.
- Heat 2 Tbsp. or so of olive oil in a saute pan and cook patties over medium heat 2-3 minutes on each side or until cooked through.
Nutrition
Calories: 756kcal | Carbohydrates: 72g | Protein: 34g | Fat: 38g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Cholesterol: 94mg | Sodium: 933mg | Potassium: 829mg | Fiber: 14g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 1750IU | Vitamin C: 29mg | Calcium: 599mg | Iron: 8mg