For more incredible veggie burger recipes, try our southwest veggie burger, and quinoa ranch cauliflower burgers with zucchini coleslaw. A common complaint when it comes to homemade veggie burgers is the texture. They either fall apart, they’re too dry, or they’re too mushy. We’ve remedied this by tweaking the recipe over the years and we think we’ve landed the perfect combination of ingredients. They taste delicious topped in a variety of ways from the classic tomato, lettuce, and ketchup to more creative toppings like guacamole or balsamic caramelized onions. This is an easy go-to recipe you’ll want to save and make all year long. They’re perfect for making ahead and freezing for easy weeknight dinners, and they’re versatile, too!
Avocado oil – avocado oil is what we use to sauté the onion and garlic but you can use extra-virgin olive oil if that’s what you have on hand. Onion + garlic – onion and garlic add foundational flavor to these burgers. We recommend sautéing them for the best taste and texture. Black beans – black beans make up the base of the veggie burger mixture. They’re loaded with healthy fiber, protein, and a range of other vitamins and minerals. The beans can be canned or cooked from scratch. Rolled oats – rolled oats give these burgers a hearty texture and help bind them together. Use certified gluten-free if needed. Carrots – we use carrots because they’re a low water content vegetable that adds nutrition and a pop of color. You can also use grated sweet potato if you prefer. Breadcrumbs – breadcrumbs help keep these burgers from falling apart. We’ve tried making them without and we definitely prefer them with a few breadcrumbs. Use gluten-free breadcrumbs if needed. Roasted sunflower seeds + roasted almonds – sunflower seeds and almonds make these burgers more substantial while giving them a nutritional boost of protein and healthy fat. You can substitute the sunflower seeds for pumpkin seeds, and the almonds for walnuts if you’d like. Soy sauce – soy sauce works as a seasoning to add a salty, umami flavor. Tamari, coconut aminos, and gluten-free soy sauce work well, too. Parsley or cilantro – fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro add a pop of flavor and color. Feel free to use other herbs you might have in your fridge or garden like basil, oregano, or chives. Sesame oil – sesame oil is toasty, nutty, and mildly sweet which lends a nice complexity to these burgers. Seasonings – we use a mix of cumin, chili powder, and oregano but don’t be scared to add in other spices you love like smoked paprika, coriander, sea salt, or black pepper. Make them spicy with a pinch of cayenne pepper. Eggs – we use four eggs in this recipe which helps keep these burgers together while also giving them a great texture. Feta cheese – some salty crumbled feta cheese is a delicious addition to these burgers, but it’s totally optional. A slice of cheddar cheese on top is classic and always delicious.
You’ll also need some hamburger buns and your favorite burger toppings! If you’re looking for inspiration, here are a few of our favorite topping combinations:
Balsamic caramelized onions are easy to make by slowly sautéing sliced onion with balsamic vinegar. It’s sweet and delicious. Give them a creamy, spicy kick with a smear of our chipotle mayo! It’s easy to mix up with a few ingredients, and the extras make a tasty dip for sweet potato fries! Keep it classic with some ketchup, mustard, lettuce, sliced red onion tomato, and your favorite cheese! Give it an extra boost of protein with some hummus, or a dose of healthy fat with a dollop of our easy guacamole!
Top them any way you like and serve them with a fresh strawberry spinach salad, sweet potato fries, or some smoky grilled corn on the cob in the summer. In the winter months, enjoy them with a bowl of creamy avocado soup!
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