Vegetarian Cheesy Beef Patty
Discover the ultimate meatless comfort food with this Vegetarian Cheesy Beef Patty recipe, a flavorful twist on a classic favorite. Packed with protein-rich brown lentils and hearty vegetables like mushrooms, onion, and carrots, these patties deliver robust flavor and a tender texture that rivals their meaty counterparts. Enhanced with smoky paprika, soy sauce, and a touch of cumin for depth, the mixture is bound together with rolled oats, shredded cheddar cheese, and breadcrumbs for a golden, crispy finish. Perfect for grilling, pan-frying, or baking, these patties are easy to whip up and ready in under an hour. Serve them on a toasted bun with your favorite toppings, or enjoy them atop a fresh salad for a nourishing meal that satisfies vegetarians and omnivores alike. Keywords: vegetarian patties, cheesy lentil patties, meatless comfort food, veggie burger recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup brown lentils
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium, finely chopped yellow onion
- 2 minced garlic cloves
- 8 ounces, finely chopped button mushrooms
- 1 grated carrot
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 cup, shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 large egg
- 0.5 cup breadcrumbs
Instructions
Rinse the lentils under cold water and drain.
In a medium saucepan, combine the lentils and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cover and cook for 20 minutes or until the lentils are tender. Drain any excess liquid and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until transparent, about 5 minutes.
Add the garlic, mushrooms, and grated carrot to the skillet. Cook for another 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
Stir in the soy sauce, smoked paprika, ground cumin, salt, and pepper. Cook for 2 more minutes, ensuring the vegetables are well-coated with the spices.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked lentils, vegetable mixture, rolled oats, shredded cheddar cheese, and egg. Mix well until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
Shape the mixture into four equal-sized patties.
Place the breadcrumbs on a plate and coat each patty evenly with the crumbs.
Heat a non-stick skillet or grill over medium heat. Cook the patties for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and heated through.
Serve the vegetarian cheesy beef patties hot with your choice of burger buns or over a fresh salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
465 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 21.2 g | 27% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.8 g | 39% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 77 mg | 26% | |
| Sodium | 1128 mg | 49% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 50.1 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.0 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.8 g | ||
| Protein | 22.7 g | 45% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 282 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 5.2 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 898 mg | 19% | |
*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.
