Veggie Burger with Toasted Onion Herb

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This recipe, complete with the Toasted Onion Herb seasoning is perfect for your summer cookout. The careful choice of seasoning contributes to the authentic taste and juicy first bite that will make your mouth water. With only simple, real ingredients, this veggie burger beats out any processed patty you'd find at the grocery store. Serve with a toasted bun, cheese, lettuce, and tomato for the complete barbecue experience.

Ingredients

2 tablespoons Toasted Onion Herb

2 cups sweet potato, divided

1 cup quinoa, cooked

1-14 ounce black bean can, drained and rinsed

1 large onion, diced

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 carrot, diced

2 tablespoons tomato paste

4 tablespoons olive oil, divided

4 teaspoons parsley, roughly chopped

Recipe Info

Difficulty Level:

Easy

Prep Time:

10 minutes

Cook Time:

10 minutes

Refrigeration Time:

20 minutes

Total Time:

40 minutes

Serving size:

6

Directions

1. Par cook sweet potatoes by placing them into the microwave for 5 minutes, or until fork tender. Once cool enough to handle, remove skin and cube into ½ inch pieces. Set 1/3 aside.

2. Meanwhile, in a large skillet over medium-high heat, sauté the onion, garlic, carrot, and Toasted Onion Herb seasoning with 2 tablespoons of olive oil for 5-6 minutes, or until the onion is translucent.

3. Add in the tomato paste and cook for 2 additional minutes.

4. In a large bowl, combine 2/3 sweet potato, 2/3 black beans, the sautéed onion mixture and quinoa. Mash until it feels sticky and holds together.

5. Stir in the remaining 1/3 of sweet potato and black beans as well as parsley. Mix well.

6. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.

7. Scoop 3/4 - 1 cup of veggie mixture and lightly toss from hand to hand, forming a ball. Pat into a disk, about 1 1/2 inches thick. Add to prepared pan. Refrigerate for about 20 minutes or until chilled.

8. In the same skillet, over medium-high heat, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil and pan-sear veggie burgers for 4-5 minutes per side, or until crisp.

9. Serve on a toasted bun with desired toppings.