No-Bean, High-Protein Veggie Burger
I was challenged by a friend to come up with a healthy, low-carb veggie burger. After a couple attempts, I think I got a good one. Great texture, tasty and full of protein, what's not to love! Top with sprouts, tomato and avocado or load it up on a bun of your choice for a real burger feel. Let me know what you think!
Each patty has 7 grams of carbs and 6 grams of protein without cheese and 7 grams with cheese.
Ingredients
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1 cup slivered almonds, ground first
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6oz portobello, ground set aside
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2-3 cups steamed broccoli 2-3 cups, ground
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1/4 cup shallots
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1/4 tsp red pepper
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1/2 tsp salt
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1 clove garlic
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1 T extra virgin olive oil
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2 large eggs
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1/4 cup grated parmesean cheese - OPTIONAL
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350º
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Steam broccoli
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Pulse almonds in food processor until finely ground. Transfer to large mixing bowl
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Pulse portobello in food processor until finely ground, set aside
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Pulse broccoli in food processor until finely ground, set aside
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Heat oil over medium-heat in sauté pan.
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Sauté shallots and red pepper until fragrant, 2 minutes
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Add garlic, saute until fragrant, 1 minute
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Add portabello and broccoli to shallots and sauté, 2 minutes
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Transfer mixture to plate to cool. Once cooled add to large bowl with almonds
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Add to eggs and salt
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Add optional parmesan cheese
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Mix ingredients
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Line cookie sheet with parchment paper
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Form 8 patties
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Bake for 25 minutes
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Eat right away or refrigerate.
Time: 45 minutes
Makes: 8 patties
HEARTFUL RECIPE - Contains parm. If you're allergic to dairy, find an alternative veggie cheese (I have yet to find a good shredded one). If you're not allergic, but just avoid dairy, I count this amount in my 10%, eat up and enjoy. – One of our real food recipes that focuses on veggies, protein, healthy fats and/or healthy carbs and doesn't include gluten, dairy, soy, refined sugar, corn or peanuts.
Write-up by Pam.