Some of our most popular entrees at New-Start HealthBites have been our Oatburger and Five-Star lentil loaf. I recently blended the two of them together to make this new burger. They’re easily baked in the oven or on the grill. Made with oats and three kinds of vegetables, these plant-based burgers are going to light up your taste buds!
What you need to make these easy veggie burgers
Made with healthy ingredients you can easily find in your grocery store.
- Quick oats, can be gluten-free if needed
- Ground cornflakes or your favorite bread crumbs
- Nutritional yeast flakes
- Chopped vegetables: onions, celery, and carrots
- Crushed tomatoes
- Ground nuts, if desired
- Ground flaxseed–mixed with hot water, this acts like an egg and will bind the ingredients together
- Seasoned with onion powder, garlic powder, rubbed sage, and salt
Suggested Toppings
Use different toppings to add some extra pizzaz to these delicious oatburgers. Enjoy them as a main entree or serve them in your favorite bun for a super sandwich.
- Pasta Perfect Tomato Sauce
- Creamy Garden Sauce
- Health Bites Ketchup
- Low-Fat Mayo
- Heart Smart Hummus
- Mediterranean Pesto
- Ranch Dressing
- Pile up lettuce, tomato, spinach and/or thinly sliced onions for a top-notch burger in a bun
- Add some of your favorite salsa for extra punch
Can these burgers be grilled?
The answer is a resounding YES! Veggie Oatburgers have a firm batter that won’t fall apart when you fry them on a nonstick skillet or on a griddle. They will make a great addition to your next picnic!
Can Veggie Oatburgers be frozen?
Yes. It’s best to freeze the patties without the buns to make reheating easier. They can be frozen in an airtight freezer-friendly container for approximately 3-6 months. Make a double batch so you can have a ready meal the next time you’re in a hurry.
Veggie Oatburger
This quick and easy vegan oatburger is packed with diced veggies to light up your taste buds.
Servings: 6
Ingredients
- 3 cups quick oats, can be gluten-free
- 1 cup ground cornflakes or your favorite bread crumbs
- 1/2 cup nutritional yeast flakes
- 1 1/2 cups diced celery
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3-4 medium carrots, diced
- 1 28 oz. can of crushed tomatoes
- 1 tbsp rubbed sage
- 1 tbsp onion powder
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 2 tsp salt or salt substitute
- 1 cup ground nuts of your choice (optional)
- 1/4 cup ground flaxseed, mixed with hot water
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
- Dice all vegetables; partially soften carrots by microwaving for 5-6 minutes.
- In a large mixing bowl, add quick oats, cornflakes or bread crumbs, nutritional yeast flakes, salt and seasonings. Mix together.
- In a small bowl or mug, mix the ground flaxseed with 3-4 tablespoons of hot water. Stir until the mixture forms a gel. This should only take a few minutes.
- Add the crushed tomatoes, diced vegetables, ground nuts and flaxseed mixture to the bowl. Mix well. If more moisture is needed to form a thick batter, add additional crushed tomato.
- Form the batter into individual burgers. To form the patties, simply form a chunk of the batter into a ball, place it on the flat surface of the pan, and then pat it out flat. They should spread out in a circular shape. You'll want them to be not too thick and not too thin.
- Add burgers to a baking sheet that is lined with parchment paper or use a silicone baking sheet (my preferred method). Both ways are excellent options. No oil is needed for baking--that means less calories for you and more benefits for reducing inflammation and improving heart health.
- Bake for 15 minutes until top of burger is browned. Flip and bake for 10-12 more minutes. If you like your burgers to be on the crunchy side, feel free to bake a little longer. Serve immediately for a delicious lunch or dinner.
