Looking for healthy and delicious meal ideas for your summer evenings? Why not try veggie burgers?
Vegetarian burgers are a delicious alternative to meat, and you'll be delighted to discover our 5 recipes specially designed for summer. But did you know that ChefTouski is the AI behind these tasty creations? And that's not all! We also offer you access to our free empty-fridge tool, which allows you to create personalized recipes using the ingredients you have on hand. Transform your fridge into an endless source of inspiration and discover how ChefTouski can guide you through simple and delicious recipes. Click here to access our tool and unleash your culinary creativity with ChefTouski!
Black Bean Veggie Burger
Ingredients: for 4 patties
1 can of black beans (about 400g), rinsed and drained
1 egg
½ cup of breadcrumbs
1 teaspoon of spices of your choice (eg paprika, cumin, oregano)
½ cup of chopped vegetables (peppers, onions, or other vegetables of your choice)
Fresh vegetables (young lettuce, tomatoes, onion, avocado, etc.)
Burger buns
Instructions:
In a large bowl, mash the black beans with a fork until coarse. It's best to leave a few beans partially whole for a nice texture in the patties.
Add the egg to the bowl and mix it with the mashed black beans until combined.
Add breadcrumbs, spices of your choice and chopped vegetables to the bowl. Mix all the ingredients well until well incorporated.
Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each portion into a burger patty. You can shape them by hand or use a round cookie cutter to get a more uniform shape.
Preheat a nonstick skillet or barbecue over medium heat. You can also use a little vegetable oil to prevent the patties from sticking.
Fry the patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Be sure to turn them gently to prevent them from breaking.
Meanwhile, lightly toast the burger buns if desired.
Remove the patties from the heat and let them sit for a few minutes.
Assemble your burgers by placing each patty on a toasted burger bun. Add baby lettuce, tomato slices, onion rings or other fresh vegetables of your choice.
Serve the black bean burgers with fries, chips or a salad, depending on your preference.
Psst... Prepare a special sauce to accompany the burger. You can mix vegan mayonnaise with mustard, ketchup, lemon juice, garlic powder, and herbs or spices of your choice. It will add delicious flavor and a special touch to your burger.
*Here is the approximate nutritional information per serving for Veggie Black Bean Burger Patties:
Calories: about 200-250kcal
Fat: about 5-7g
Carbohydrates: about 30-35g
Fibers: about 10-12g
Protein: about 10-12g
Sweet Potato Veggie Burger
Ingredients: for 4 patties
2 medium sized sweet potatoes
½ cup oatmeal
½ teaspoon of spices of your choice
½ teaspoon of salt
Ground black pepper, to taste
½ cup chopped vegetables (e.g. peppers, onions, spinach)
Sriracha sauce (or other hot sauce of your choice)
Fresh vegetables to garnish (lettuce leaves, tomatoes, pickles, onions, etc.)
Burger buns
Instructions:
Preheat your oven to 400°F.
Wash the sweet potatoes, then prick them with a fork in a few places. Place them on a baking sheet and bake in the oven for about 45-60 minutes, until tender. Remove from oven and let cool enough to handle.
Peel the cooked sweet potatoes and place the flesh in a large bowl. Mash it with a fork until you get a smooth puree.
Add the oatmeal, spices, salt and ground black pepper to the bowl with the mashed sweet potato. Mix all the ingredients well until you get a homogeneous consistency.
Add the chopped vegetables to the bowl and toss with the mashed sweet potato until well incorporated.
Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each portion into a burger patty.
Preheat a nonstick skillet or barbecue over medium heat. You can also use a little vegetable oil to prevent the patties from sticking.
Fry the patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Be sure to turn them gently to prevent them from breaking.
Meanwhile, lightly toast the burger buns if desired.
Remove the patties from the heat and let them sit for a few minutes.
Assemble your burgers by placing each patty on a toasted burger bun. Add sriracha sauce or another hot sauce of your choice, as well as fresh vegetables.
Serve the sweet potato burgers
Tip: Prepare a creamy sauce to accompany the burger. You can mix vegan mayonnaise with Greek yogurt, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Add fresh herbs like cilantro or parsley for extra flavor.
*Here is the approximate nutritional information per serving for Sweet Potato Veggie Burger Patties:
Calories: about 150-200kcal
Fat: about 2-3g
Carbohydrates: about 30-35g
Fibers: about 5-7g
Proteins: about 4-5g
Mushroom veggie burgers
Ingredients:
4 portobello mushrooms
¼ cup of balsamic sauce
2 garlic cloves, minced
Salt and pepper, to taste
4 burger buns
Arugula
Tomato slices
Instructions:
Prepare the marinade by mixing the balsamic sauce, minced garlic, salt and pepper in a bowl.
Clean the Portobello mushrooms by carefully removing the earthy part of the stem with a knife. You can also gently wipe the mushrooms with a damp cloth.
Cut the mushrooms into slices about 1 cm thick.
Place the mushroom slices in a shallow dish and pour the marinade over the mushrooms. Make sure the mushrooms are well coated in the marinade. Marinate for at least 15 minutes to allow flavors to develop.
Preheat your barbecue to medium heat.
Meanwhile, prepare the burger buns by lightly grilling them on the barbecue or in the oven.
Once the barbecue is hot, place the slices of marinated mushrooms directly on the pre-oiled grill or in a grill pan. Grill the mushrooms for about 3-5 minutes on each side, until tender and lightly browned. You can brush them with extra marinade while cooking for a more intense flavor.
While cooking the mushrooms, you can also lightly grill the burger buns on the barbecue to give them a crispy texture.
Remove the mushrooms from the barbecue and let them rest for a few minutes.
Assemble the burgers by placing a slice of grilled mushroom on each bottom half of the grilled burger bun. Add a handful of fresh arugula and tomato slices over the mushroom. You can also add additional condiments like mustard or vegan mayonnaise if desired.
Place the top half of the burger bun on top of the toppings to complete the burger.
Serve the veggie mushroom burgers with fries, a salad or any side dish of your choice.
Added Value: Add caramelized onions over the grilled mushroom. Cook sliced onions in a pan with a little olive oil until soft and golden. This will add a sweet and savory flavor to the burger.
*Here is the approximate nutritional information per serving for Veggie Mushroom Burger Patties:
Calories: about 100-150kcal
Fat: about 1-2g
Carbohydrates: about 20-25g
Fibre: about 3-4g
Proteins: about 5-6g
Quinoa and feta veggie burger
Ingredients: for 4 patties
1 cup cooked quinoa
100g crumbled feta cheese
1/2 cup chopped vegetables (e.g. onions, peppers, zucchini)
1 teaspoon of spices of your choice
Salt and pepper, to taste
4 burger buns
*Homemade tzatziki sauce
Fresh vegetables
Instructions:
In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, crumbled feta, chopped vegetables, spices of your choice, salt and pepper. Make sure the ingredients are well mixed and the feta is evenly distributed.
Use your hands to form patties out of the quinoa and feta mixture. Be sure to press the patties down firmly so they stick together.
Preheat a nonstick skillet or barbecue to medium heat.
Heat a little olive oil in the pan or on the barbecue grill.
Place the quinoa and feta patties in the pan or on the barbecue grill. Cook the patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side, until golden brown and crispy.
Meanwhile, prepare the burger buns by lightly grilling them on the barbecue or in the oven.
Remove the quinoa and feta patties from the pan or barbecue and let them rest for a few minutes.
Assemble the burgers by placing a quinoa and feta patty on each bottom half of the toasted burger bun. Add a tablespoon of homemade tzatziki sauce to the pancake, then add the fresh vegetables of your choice.
Place the top half of the burger bun on top of the toppings to complete the burger.
Serve the quinoa and feta burgers with fries, a salad or any side dish of your choice.
Tzatziki Sauce Recipe:
Ingredients:
1 medium cucumber
1 cup Greek yogurt
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tablespoon of fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill (or 1 teaspoon dried dill)
Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions:
Start by preparing the cucumber. Peel it and grate it finely. You can also cut it into small dice if you prefer a crunchier texture.
Place the grated cucumber in a fine mesh strainer and squeeze firmly to remove excess water. Repeat this step several times until the cucumber is well drained.
In a medium bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, minced garlic, fresh lemon juice, olive oil and dill. Stir well to incorporate all the ingredients.
Add the drained cucumber to the bowl and mix it with the sauce. Make sure the cucumber is evenly distributed in the sauce.
Taste the tzatziki sauce and add salt and pepper to taste. You can also adjust the amount of garlic, lemon juice or dill according to your preferences.
Place the tzatziki sauce in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving. This will allow the flavors to blend and the sauce to thicken slightly.
Once the sauce has cooled well, you can serve it with your quinoa and feta burgers, or use it as a dip for vegetables or pita bread.
Storage: Tzatziki sauce usually keeps well in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. Be sure to store it in an airtight container.
*Here is the approximate nutritional information per serving for Veggie Burger Patties with Quinoa and Feta:
Calories: about 200-250kcal
Fat: about 8-10g
Carbohydrates: about 25-30g
Fibre: about 3-4g
Protein: about 10-12g
Veggie burger with lentils and carrots:
Ingredients:
1 cup cooked lentils
1 grated carrot
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1/4 cup chopped vegetables (e.g. onions, peppers, mushrooms)
1 teaspoon of spices of your choice
Salt and pepper, to taste
4 burger buns
Dijon mustard
Fresh vegetables (e.g. lettuce, tomato, pickles)
Instructions:
In a large bowl, combine the cooked lentils, grated carrot, breadcrumbs, chopped vegetables, spices of your choice, salt and pepper. Make sure the ingredients are well mixed.
Use your hands to form patties out of the lentil and carrot mixture. Be sure to press the patties down firmly so they stick together.
Preheat a nonstick skillet or barbecue to medium heat.
Heat a little olive oil in the pan or on the barbecue grill.
Place the lentil and carrot patties in the pan or on the barbecue grill. Cook the patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side, until golden brown and crispy.
Meanwhile, prepare the burger buns by lightly grilling them on the barbecue or in the oven.
Remove the lentil and carrot patties from the pan or barbecue and let them rest for a few minutes.
Assemble the burgers by placing a lentil and carrot patty on each bottom half of the toasted burger bun. Add a tablespoon of Dijon mustard to the pancake, then add the fresh vegetables of your choice.
Place the top half of the burger bun on top of the toppings to complete the burger.
Serve the lentil and carrot burgers with fries, a salad or any side dish of your choice.
Small addition: Add slices of fresh avocado for a creamy texture and delicious taste. The avocado also adds healthy fats that complement the other ingredients in the burger nicely.
*Here is the approximate nutritional information per serving for Veggie Burger Patties with Lentils and Carrot:
Calories: about 200-250kcal
Fat: about 4-6g
Carbohydrates: about 35-40g
Fibers: about 10-12g
Protein: about 10-12g
*Please note that these nutritional values are rough estimates (without extra toppings and burger bun) and may vary depending on the specific ingredient brands used and variations in proportions ingredients during preparation. Values may also vary if you use a different cooking method, such as barbecue cooking with olive oil.
Veggie burgers are a healthy, tasty and economical option for your summer meals. Feel free to experiment with different combinations of ingredients to create your own veggie burger recipes. Add vegetables, spices, sauces and cheeses for unique and delicious flavors. Veggie burgers are also perfect for barbecue parties and outdoor picnics. Serve them with grilled burger buns, fresh salads and frozen drinks for the perfect summer meal.
And don't forget, veggie burgers are not only tasty, but they can also be a great option for your health. By avoiding meat, you reduce your intake of saturated fat and cholesterol while increasing your fiber and nutrient intake. Plus, veggie burgers can be cheaper than meat-based burgers, making them an economical option for meals with family or friends.
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