Southwest Veggie Burgers
Who doesn't love a flavorful burger? Especially when the burger is healthy, plant-based protein-packed, and full of Southwest flavors. They are baked in the oven and in less than 30 minutes, you'll have a delicious burger on your table.
6 burgers
Calories: 400kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup brown rice
- 1½ cup black beans (one can of drained beans)
- ¼ cup chopped red bell pepper
- ½ cup cooked sweet potato
- ¼ cup chopped green onions
- ¼ cup chopped cilantro
- 1 tablespoon chili powder You can use chipotle or ancho powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
For the burgers
- 6 slices yellow cheese
- 6 burger buns
- sliced tomato onion, and lettuce
Instructions
- To begin, preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Then, prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper.
- Mix all of the ingredients in a bowl. You can use the back of a spoon to slightly crush the beans so that everything is well integrated.
- Form 6 patties and place them on the tray and bake for 20-25 minutes or until they start to brown. Remove from the oven and add cheese, if you are using, and return to the oven until it melts.
- Prepare the burgers as you like them.
Notes
Other ideas for serving the burger:
guacamole
vegan queso sauce
pickled jalapeños
guacamole
vegan queso sauce
pickled jalapeños
Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 400kcal | Carbohydrates: 63g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 21mg | Sodium: 985mg | Potassium: 495mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 5366IU | Vitamin C: 14mg | Calcium: 324mg | Iron: 4mg