Grilled Veggie Burger Recipe with Black Beans, Chickpeas & Roasted Vegetables | BBQGuys

egg

🥗Healthier: flaxseed meal

💰Cheaper: applesauce

Flaxseed meal acts as a binding agent and is a healthier option.

burger buns

🥗Healthier: whole grain buns

💰Cheaper: homemade buns

Whole grain buns add fiber, while homemade can save costs.

Preheat the grill to about 350 degrees Fahrenheit.

Roast the vegetables to remove excess moisture and add flavor.

Coat the vegetables (mushrooms, bell pepper, red onion, garlic) with olive oil, kosher salt, and black pepper, and mix well.

Place the coated vegetables in a grill basket to prevent them from falling through the grill grates.

Use a foil pan with holes punched in the bottom for the beans and add hickory wood chips for flavor.

Roast everything on the grill for about 30 minutes, stirring halfway through until the veggies have color.

Remove the roasted veggies from the grill and let them cool.

In a mixing bowl, combine the roasted veggies with 2 eggs, soy sauce, chili sauce, and barbecue sauce.

Mix 2 teaspoons of cornstarch with a little water and add it to the mixture for binding.

Puree the mixture until well combined, then add the roasted beans, grated parmesan cheese, and breadcrumbs, pulsing until the beans are chopped but not smooth.

Check the consistency and add almond flour gradually until the mixture holds together for forming patties.

Dust a plate with flour to prevent sticking and form the mixture into patties.

Brush olive oil on one side of the patties, which will be the side that hits the grill first.

Refrigerate the patties for at least 10 minutes to help them hold together while grilling.

Preheat the grill to about 350 degrees Fahrenheit again and brush oil on the grill grates before adding the burgers.

Place the patties on the grill and brush oil on the top side to prevent sticking when flipping.

Grill the burgers for about 7 minutes per side, keeping the lid down to ensure they cook through.

Optionally, add melted butter on top of the burgers during the last few minutes of grilling, and melt a slice of cheddar cheese on top if desired.

Assemble the burgers with your choice of toppings, such as salsa, sour cream, and avocado.

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