High Protein Garden Ultimate Plant-Based Burger
Elevate your plant-based dining experience with the High Protein Garden Ultimate Plant-Based Burger—a flavorful and nutrient-packed creation that's perfect for vegans and meat-lovers alike! Made from wholesome ingredients like black beans, quinoa, walnuts, and rolled oats, this burger delivers a hearty dose of protein and satisfying texture while showcasing vibrant garden-fresh flavors from red onion, bell pepper, and garlic. A flaxseed "egg" binder ensures these patties stay perfectly intact as they sizzle to golden perfection in the skillet. Garnished with crisp lettuce, juicy tomato slices, and creamy vegan mayonnaise on a toasted whole wheat bun, this burger is a crave-worthy combination of health and indulgence. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s ideal for a weeknight dinner or a weekend cookout, delivering all the goodness of a classic burger in a fully plant-based form. Whether you're seeking high-protein recipes or a delicious vegan burger option, this dish checks all the boxes!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 can canned black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 0.5 cup rolled oats
- 0.25 cup walnuts, finely chopped
- 0.5 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 0.5 cup bell pepper, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed
- 5 tablespoons water
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 units whole wheat burger buns
- 4 leaves lettuce leaves
- 1 unit tomato, sliced
- 4 tablespoons vegan mayonnaise
Instructions
In a small bowl, combine the ground flaxseed and 5 tablespoons of water. Stir well and let it sit for 5 minutes to thicken. This mixture will act as an egg replacer.
In a large mixing bowl, mash the black beans with a fork or potato masher until mostly smooth with some chunks remaining.
Add the cooked quinoa, rolled oats, finely chopped walnuts, red onion, bell pepper, garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, soy sauce, salt, and black pepper to the mashed beans.
Stir the flaxseed mixture into the bean mixture and mix everything well using your hands or a sturdy spoon until it's fully combined and holds its shape when formed into a patty.
Divide the mixture into four equal portions, shaping each into a burger patty about 1-inch thick.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Once the oil is shimmering, add the burger patties to the skillet.
Cook the patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and heated through.
Remove the patties from the skillet and let them rest for a few minutes to firm up.
Toast the whole wheat burger buns in the skillet or toaster until lightly browned.
Assemble the burgers by spreading 1 tablespoon of vegan mayonnaise on each bun bottom. Place a lettuce leaf, a cooked patty, a tomato slice, and top with the bun. Repeat for all burgers.
Serve the burgers warm with your choice of sides, such as sweet potato fries or a fresh garden salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2168 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 82.7 g | 106% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.1 g | 60% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 14 mg | 4% | |
| Sodium | 3864 mg | 168% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 286.8 g | 104% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 62.3 g | 222% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.1 g | ||
| Protein | 81.0 g | 162% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 765 mg | 59% | |
| Iron | 24.9 mg | 138% | |
| Potassium | 2954 mg | 63% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
