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Versatile Veggie, Bean, and Seed Burgers

Christina Bedetta Willett
Gluten-free option, nut-free option, soy-free
Makes 6-8
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Ingredients
  

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small white onion, diced
  • 1 1/2 cups diced veggies of choice, such as carrots, zucchini, and/or bell peppers
  • 1 1/2 cups cooked chickpeas or beans of choice (may be from 15 oz. can)
  • 1/2 cup oat flour or flour of choice,* gluten-free if needed
  • 1/4 cup sunflower seeds or walnuts
  • 1 tbsp ground flaxseed
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh herbs, such as basil or parsley
  • 1 tsp cumin, or savory spice of choice
  • 1/2 tsp salt

Instructions
 

  • Heat olive oil in a medium skillet over medium-low heat. Add garlic, onion, and diced veggies and cook for about 10 minutes, or until softened and fragrant.
  • Combine all ingredients in a food processor and pulse until well combined (alternatively, may can mash everything together in a large bowl). Scoop the mixture into 6-8 mounds (depending on desired size) on a plate, then use your hands to press and shape them into patties (if the mixture is a bit sticky, you may refrigerate it for 30 minutes to firm up, then form it into patties).
  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Cook the patties in a skillet that has been lightly coated with oil over medium heat until lightly browned, about 4 minutes per side. Transfer the patties to a sheet pan (or use your skillet pan if it is oven-safe) to bake for 10-20 minutes, or until your desired firmness is reached.

Notes

- *With all the veggies, the texture of these burgers is on the softer side- if you like a firmer texture, just add more flour!
-You may make the raw patties up to 24 hours in advance and store them in the refrigerator until ready to cook them.
-You may double this recipe and freeze the second batch for another day! Cook the patties right from frozen as described, only the cooking time will be a bit longer.
-You may also freeze already cooked veggie burger patties for a quick meal in a pinch! Just warm them right from frozen in a skillet, the oven, or microwave until heated through.