The Gardenburger Recipe

Conquer your veggie burger skepticism with this incredibly flavorful Gardenburger recipe! Packed with earthy mushrooms, fluffy bulgur, and a touch of cheesy goodness, this recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser (even for veggie burger doubters!). Easy to make and incredibly satisfying, this recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a weekend barbecue.

Prep Time 60 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 199.2 kcal
Protein 18g
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Ingredients for The Gardenburger

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How to Make The Gardenburger

  1. Combine 1 cup bulgur wheat with 1 1/2 cups boiling water in a small bowl. Let sit for 1 hour to absorb liquid.
  2. Quarter 8 oz cremini mushrooms. Steam for 10 minutes until tender.
  3. Remove mushrooms from steamer and set aside.
  4. Steam 1 medium onion, quartered, for 10 minutes until softened.
  5. Remove onions from steamer and set aside. Keep mushrooms and onions separate.
  6. In a separate bowl, combine 1/2 cup rolled oats with 1/2 cup water. Let soak for 10 minutes.
  7. Drain excess water from both the soaked oats and the bulgur.
  8. Combine the drained bulgur, drained oats, steamed mushrooms, 1/2 cup cooked rice, 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese, 1/4 cup shredded parmesan cheese, 1 teaspoon dried thyme, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a food processor. Pulse 5-7 times until ingredients are finely chopped but not pureed.
  9. Transfer the mixture to a large bowl. Add the steamed onions and 2 tablespoons cornstarch. Mix well to combine.
  10. Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C). Lightly oil a baking sheet and a large skillet.
  11. Form the mixture into 4-6 patties.
  12. Brown the patties in the skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes per side.
  13. Transfer the browned patties to the prepared baking sheet.
  14. Bake for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until heated through and slightly firm.
  15. Let cool completely before serving. These can be frozen for later use.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

13 g

Sugar

13g

Fat

9g

Carbs

10g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make The Gardenburger?

The Gardenburger takes about 110 minutes from start to finish — roughly 60 minutes to prepare and 50 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in The Gardenburger?

The Gardenburger has approximately 199.2 calories per serving, with about 18 g protein, 10 g carbohydrates and 6 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for The Gardenburger?

The key ingredients for The Gardenburger are Bulgur Wheat, Mushroom, Onion, Rolled Oats, Brown Rice, Mozzarella Cheese. See the full list with measurements above.

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