I made this recipe because sometimes you just need a bomb burger. I’m a give me all the messy toppings kind of girl so I wanted to offer up a messy burger with clean ingredients. This burger is veggie forward enough to feed your pet bunny and hearty enough to feed your boyfriend. This burger will make you happy.
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Hearty Sweet Potato and Lentil Burgers
- Total Time: 279 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
Description
These satisfying vegan burgers are made from a savory blend of sweet potato, thyme, and crushed lentil crisps for a perfect crust. Served on a pretzel bun with fresh toppings.
Ingredients
- 2 cups (473ml) onion thyme lentil bean crisps
- 1 large sweet potato (diced)
- 1 teaspoon (5ml) olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5ml) fresh thyme (chopped)
- 1 red onion (sliced)
- 1 pretzel bun
- 2 pieces of butter lettuce
- 1/4 cup (59ml) watercress
- 1 carrot (ribboned (using a peeler))
- 1 avocado (lightly mashed)
- 2 tablespoons (30ml) mustard (optional)
Instructions
- Add Harvest Snaps onion thyme lentil bean crisps to a food processor and pulse until powdered (about 30 seconds), then set aside.
- Microwave the sweet potato for 10 minutes (or until soft), then set aside to cool.
- Add the cooked sweet potato to a food processor and pulse until well mashed (about 1 minute).
- Add the mashed sweet potato to a medium bowl, stir in olive oil, thyme, and half of the powdered Harvest Snaps.
- Form the bowl contents into a patty and coat it with the remaining powdered Harvest Snaps.
- Add the coated burger to an oiled pan on medium heat, cook for 6 minutes on either side, then set aside to cool.
- While the burger is cooking, add 2 slices of red onion to an oiled pan on high heat, cook for 4 minutes on either side, then set aside to cool.
- Assemble the burger: bottom of the bun, butter lettuce, burger, onion, watercress, carrot ribbons, avocado, mustard (optional), and top bun.
Notes
For a gluten-free option, use a gluten-free bun. You can store the cooked patty in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a skillet before serving. Experiment with different toppings like avocado or cheese to suit your taste.
- Prep Time: 94 minutes
- Cook Time: 185 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6 grams
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 12 grams
- Carbohydrates: 50 grams
- Fiber: 8 grams
- Protein: 10 grams
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I substitute black beans for chickpeas in A Mighty Meaty Veggie Burger?
This burger’s patty isn’t chickpea-based — it’s made from powdered lentil bean crisps and mashed sweet potato. If you want to substitute black beans for the lentil bean crisps, mash them well so the patty holds together.
What toppings do you recommend for A Mighty Meaty Veggie Burger?
For a messy burger, try adding avocado, sautéed mushrooms, and a tangy BBQ sauce. These toppings complement the hearty flavors of the burger.
How can I make A Mighty Meaty Veggie Burger spicier?
You can add diced jalapeños or a dash of cayenne pepper to the mixture before cooking, or top the burger with a spicy aioli for an extra kick.
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