I have a nice vegetarian recipe for you today. Sometimes I just feel a like having something light and meatless for lunch and that’s when I turn to veggie burgers. I know, I’m not the only one that likes to have some meatless options up my sleeve. This is a recipe for Chili Lime Veggie Cheeseburger, and it’s the best vegetarian burger that I’ve made so far!
As I mentioned above, I love to have at least one meatless/vegetarian option on our weekly menu. We are not vegetarian, hubby is actually quite a carnivore, but it’s nice to have a meatless day. The little man loves vegetables, even though he is much pickier these days than he used to be, I am still proud to say that my kid eats his veggies (better than meat).
Well, I love veggie burgers, but I find them to be tricky. They can be a hit or a miss when it comes to flavor and texture. I never order one in the restaurant because you just never know if they got it just right. I know that everyone has their own preference, I am just picky. So, I stick to making my own recipes for those dishes that I am the pickiest.
I’ve actually been working on the “perfect” veggie burger recipe for years! I remember my first attempt at making a vegetarian burger, it was a disaster. Since then, I’ve perfected my methods and flavor combinations I’m getting closer and closer to perfection (although, that largely depends on personal taste)! This one is definitely the best yet.
Tips for Making Vegetarian Burgers:
There are a few tricks that I’ve noticed to make the veggie burger special.
- The tomato paste, it brings the burger a touch of special flavor and when combined with carrots, while cooking, it’s just perfection.
- I found that pinto beans are better than black beans when it comes to flavor and texture.
- Another trick it the sauce. I make sour cream or plain yogurt sauce with complimentary flavors of the veggie burger and it adds a special, cooling touch.
Chili Lime Vegetarian Burger
Ingredients
- For Burger:
- 16 oz can of pinto beans drained very well
- 2 tbs olive oil
- 1 large shallot
- 1 medium carrot
- 3 medium mushrooms
- 1/2 large red bell pepper
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1/2 tbs tomato paste
- salt
- 1/4 tsp dry red pepper flakes
- 1/2 cup chopped green onion
- 1/2 tbs minced fresh dill weed
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup bread crumbs
- Zest from 1 small lime
- 1/2 tsp chipotle chili powder
- 3/4 cup shredded sharp cheddar
- 3 tbs olive oil
- For Sauce:
- 1/4 cup of sour cream
- 1/8 tsp chili powder
- salt
- 1 tbs chopped green onion
- 1 tsp minced fresh dill weed
Instructions
- Drain your beans very well and finely chop all the vegetables.
- Preheat a medium cooking pan, on medium heat, and add the olive oil and chopped veggies (shallot, carrots, bell pepper). Add tomato paste, salt, red pepper flakes and minced garlic. Saute, stirring occasionally, until the veggies are soft.
- Place the beans in the food processor, add the cooked veggies, green onion and dill weed. Pulse a few times, don't puree.
- Transfer the veggie mixture unto a mixing bowl, add the egg, bread crumbs, zest, chili powder and cheese. Mix well until all incorporated.
- Preheat the cooking pan again and add the olive oil.
- Drop about 1/2-cup-spoonfuls of the veggie burger mixture into the pan and shape them into patties. Cook on medium heat for about 7 minutes on each side (until nicely browned).
- For the sauce: combine sour cream, chili powder, salt, green onion and dill weed in a small bowl and mix well.
- Enjoy!!
Notes
Nutrition
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MCatherine says
Oooo, I think you just gave me the answer to the question, “What’s for dinner?”
Miz Helen says
Congratulations!
Your recipe is featured on Full Plate Thursday this week. Hope you have a great weekend and enjoy your new Red Plate.
Come Back Soon!
Miz Helen
Diana Rambles says
Delish!
Julie says
I love this burger! It looks like it stays together pretty well through the cooking process, which is awesome because a lot of veggie burgers tend to fall apart. Pinned to my food and Marvelous Mondays boards. Thanks for sharing at this week’s party, Lyuba. Have a wonderful week!
Nicky @ Pink Recipe Box says
I love a tasty veggie burger and these look amazing! Pinning 🙂
Paula says
Wow, thanks for linking up to Marvelous Mondays at http://www.callmepmc.com
Talia says
YUM!!! I am totally going to make these!!! 🙂
Lisa says
I have been trying to cook at least one meatless meal each week – and this looks amazing, we will be trying it out! Visiting from Pin Me Link Party, if you have a moment I would love to have you come link up at my new party: http://sweetbenannasam.com/2013/04/05/sweet-treats-swanky-stuff-link-party-7/ thanks!
emily says
hi! Thanks for linking up to Tasteful Tuesdays! This recipe is being featured in a sandwich roundup… posted NOW! Would love to have you add my button to this post to show off your feature! Come on over and check it out!!! http://www.nap-timecreations.com/2013/04/sandwiches-that-will-knock-your-socks.html
Allyson @ All Our Days says
Now this sounds like a veggie burger I could actually enjoy!
We’d love for you to share your posts at our Finished Friday link-up. It’s open through the weekend.
Anne @ Domesblissity says
These looks super delicious. Have pinned to try.
Anne xx
Bonnie @ Uncommon says
Looks wonderful Lyuba!