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25g Protein Cheddar Burger Recipe

Emily Carter
25g Protein Cheddar Burger Recipe features a hearty bean-tofu patty with vegan cheddar and classic burger toppings.

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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450 kcal

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: 450
Total 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.