25g Protein Cheddar Burger Recipe
25g Protein Cheddar Burger Recipe satisfies bold cravings, because melted cheddar energy solves problems better than motivational quotes sometimes.
This vegan 25g Protein Cheddar Burger Recipe replaces beef using beans and tofu, delivering protein without dramatic kitchen disasters.
25g Protein Cheddar Burger Recipe feels indulgent, cheesy, and powerful, perfect for confident dinners after suspiciously long meetings.
25g Protein Cheddar Burger Recipe
25g Protein Cheddar Burger Recipe features a hearty bean-tofu patty with vegan cheddar and classic burger toppings.
Ingredients
- Firm tofu — 1 cup crumbled
- Black beans — 1½ cups mashed
- Breadcrumbs — ½ cup
- Olive oil — 2 tablespoons
- Soy sauce — 1 tablespoon
- Garlic powder — 1 teaspoon
- Smoked paprika — 1 teaspoon
- Salt — ½ teaspoon
- Black pepper — ¼ teaspoon
- Vegan cheddar slices — 4
- Burger buns — 4
- Lettuce — 4 leaves
- Tomato — 1 large sliced
Instructions
- Combine crumbled tofu (1 cup) and black beans (1½ cups) in a bowl.
- Mash until mixture binds together.
- Add breadcrumbs (½ cup) and soy sauce (1 tablespoon).
- Stir in garlic powder (1 teaspoon) and smoked paprika (1 teaspoon).
- Season with salt (½ teaspoon) and black pepper (¼ teaspoon).
- Shape mixture into 4 patties.
- Heat olive oil (2 tablespoons) in a skillet.
- Cook patties 6–7 minutes per side.
- Place vegan cheddar slices on patties until melted.
- Assemble burgers with buns, lettuce, and tomato.
Notes
Nutritional values (per serving)
Calories: 450Total Fat: 14 g
Saturated Fat: 3 g
Carbohydrates: 52 g
Fiber: 11 g
Protein: 25 g
Vitamins and minerals (per serving)
Calcium: 25%Iron: 22%
Magnesium: 18%
Potassium: 16%
Zinc: 12%
Any additional notes/tips to enhance the flavor for the recipe
- Toast buns before assembling.
- Add caramelized onions.
- Spread vegan garlic mayo.
- Chill patties before cooking.
- Add pickles for crunch.
