Mushroom Veggie Burger Recipe (Vegan and Gluten Free) (2024)

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Jolinda Hackett

Jolinda Hackett

Jolinda Hackett has written five books about plant-based cooking and has developed hundreds of vegan and vegetarian recipes.

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Updated on 01/4/23

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Danielle is a James Beard Award-winning food writer and editor based in Portland, Oregon.

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Prep: 10 mins

Cook: 10 mins

Total: 20 mins

Servings: 4 servings

Yield: 4 burgers

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The plant-based cuisine movement has delivered endless beautiful and wholesome burger recipes, packed with nutrition and flavor. Our vegan gluten-free mushroom burger is just one of the infinite number of choices that vegan cooking has to offer. It is, however, one of the most delicious and easy to make.

Mushrooms are overlooked as a nutritional powerhouse, but they carry plenty of benefits at very few calories. A 100-gram serving of raw mushrooms has barely 24 calories but is a good source of B vitamins, selenium, and vitamin D—if the brand you buy is organic, and the mushrooms have been exposed to ultraviolet light to increase levels, the percentage can be greater.

Combine the meaty texture of mushrooms with fiber-filled pinto beans and seasonings, and you're in for a treat. These veggie burgers are easy to make: Mash, form into patties, heat, and serve. Not at all crumbly, our burgers are juicy and hold their shape. Panfry and place on your favorite bun, top with fresh veggies, add the classic burger fixings, and serve with crispy potato wedges and a salad. For strict vegan diets, be sure the fixings, sauces, and buns are also vegan. For gluten-free diets, replace the buns with gluten-free bread.

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"A really good veggie burger can be tough to find, but this recipe really delivers. It's important to season the mixture well (1 teaspoon salt was perfect). I made patties that were 1/2-inch thick. This thickness is the perfect size, and I would not make them a full inch thick." —Danielle Centoni

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Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons canola oil, or vegetable oil, divided

  • 1 small white or yellow onion, diced

  • 1 clove garlic, minced

  • 3 green onions, diced

  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin

  • 3/4 cup diced mushrooms

  • 2 tablespoons warm water

  • 1 1/2 teaspoons egg replacer

  • 1 (15-ounce) can pinto beans, drained

  • 1 teaspoon minced fresh parsley

  • Kosher salt, to taste

  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

  • 4 hamburger buns

  • Baby spinach, sliced tomatoes, sliced cucumbers, for serving

Steps to Make It

  1. Gather the ingredients.

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  2. Add 1 tablespoon of oil to a skillet over medium heat. Sauté the diced onion and garlic for 3 to 5 minutes, until the onion is soft.

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  3. Add the green onions, cumin, and mushrooms. Cook for another 5 minutes, or until the mushrooms are browned. If needed add a little bit of oil. Set the cooked onion and mushroom mixture aside.

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  4. Combine the warm water and egg replacer, mix together, and reserve. In a separate bowl, mash the beans with a fork until well softened. Alternatively, pulse them in a food processor, but don't puree, simply coarsely process the beans.Add the egg replacer mixture and stir until thoroughly combined.

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  5. Combine the mashed beans mixture with the onion and mushroom mixture and add the parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix well until you have a hom*ogeneous mixture.

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  6. Shape the mixture into patties about 1 inch thick—the perfect thickness for the burgers to cook all the way through and develop a crusty outside.

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  7. Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook for about 3 minutes on each side. An indoor grill pan is also a wonderful option to cook these patties.

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  8. Place on burger buns, add fresh veggies, and enjoy.

Make the Best Veggie Burger

Here are a few must-haves when you're experimenting with your own version of a veggie burger:

  • Binders: Veggie burgers need a binder to hold them together. Use eggs if your diet allows it, or vegan alternatives, such as egg replacer, wheat germ, breadcrumbs, oats, cornmeal, or ground flaxseeds mixed with water. Cooked quinoa, couscous, rice, and barley also act as binders and provide great texture.
  • Beans: Many vegan and vegetarian burgers use beans as the main source of texture and protein. Use any type of bean or a combination of two or more when making the burgers. Canned lentils are also a great alternative because they have great moisture and a great meaty bite.
  • Nuts: If your diet allows it, it's great to add 1/2 cup of chopped walnuts, cashews, or Brazil nuts, because they add great texture and flavor.
  • Seasoning: Any fresh or dried herbs will do. Use any seasoned salt, grill rub, or a combination of powdered onion and garlic, adobo seasoning, or Italian seasoning.
  • Cooking: Use a nonstick pan, if possible, to give the burgers a lovely crust without leaving behind bits of food stuck to the pan. Since veggie burgers don't have the same natural juices and fat as beef burgers do, they have the potential to stick more, so if grilling, make sure to oil the grill grates well.
  • Fixings: Vegan mayo is easily found in most supermarkets. Use organic ketchup and mustard and present your guests with a variety of choices of fresh veggies to stuff their buns. Vegan cheese or regular dairy cheese are also great additions to the menu.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)
365Calories
13g Fat
50g Carbs
12g Protein

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Nutrition Facts
Servings: 4
Amount per serving
Calories365
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 13g17%
Saturated Fat 1g7%
Cholesterol 7mg2%
Sodium 669mg29%
Total Carbohydrate 50g18%
Dietary Fiber 8g27%
Total Sugars 6g
Protein 12g
Vitamin C 6mg31%
Calcium 171mg13%
Iron 5mg25%
Potassium 552mg12%
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

(Nutrition information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate.)

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  • veggie burger
  • vegan burger
  • lunch

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  1. Mushrooms, Raw. FoodData Central. United States Department of Agriculture.

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FAQs

What binds a veggie burger together? ›

Eggs are the most common and effective binder, and egg replacers are an excellent alternative for vegan burgers. Other common binders include wheat germ, bread crumbs, oats, and ground flaxseeds. These are dry ingredients, though the recipe's other ingredients often add just enough moisture to make a sufficient binder.

Are any veggie burgers gluten free? ›

Whether you have a gluten sensitivity or intolerance or if you want to take advantage of the health benefits of going gluten free, Yves Gluten Free Veggie Burgers are a delicious and nutritious alternative to beef burgers!

What is the difference between a veggie burger and a vegan burger? ›

While both options may contain veggies, the key difference between vegan burgers and veggie burgers is that vegan burgers are made from a protein and are made to mimic the flavor and texture of actual meat while veggie burgers are not meant to evoke meat properties at all.

What is a good vegan binder for burgers? ›

Use Silken Tofu, a Flax Egg, or Aquafaba as a Vegan Binder.

It is nice and thick, firms up similarly to how an egg cooks, and it's almost impossible for anything to fall apart when using it.

What is the best vegan binding agent? ›

Chia seeds

Similar to flax seeds, chia seeds can be mixed with water and left to thicken, creating what is commonly called a chia egg. The gel-like texture of a chia egg makes this a brilliant binder.

What to season veggie burgers with? ›

Smoked paprika and sriracha make these burgers smoky and spicy. Finely chopped garlic and shallots add depth of flavor. Crushed walnuts give them a meaty bite. Short grain brown rice, panko bread crumbs, and ground flaxseed help these burgers hold together.

How do you keep veggie burgers from being mushy? ›

But through my Made by Lukas veggie burger business, I spent many, many hours cooking off free veggie burger samples for shoppers in frigid dairy departments of grocery stores, where I learned that one way to solve for mushy veggie burgers is to just cook them bit longer, and slower, on sightly lower heat, and to even ...

What makes veggie burgers taste like meat? ›

Soy protein is still the plant protein that delivers the most meat-like taste and texture. Since it has been used for decades now, a lot of research has been done and its texturization process has been further improved.

Are MorningStar veggie patties gluten free? ›

MorningStar Farms® and Incogmeato® foods are not gluten free. Always refer to the ingredient list on your package for information on the product you have purchased.

How to make veggie burgers taste better? ›

Slice up some onions and (optional) beets thinly. The onions help to keep the burgers moist and add steam and flavour during cooking. If you don't like onions, try sliced mushrooms. Spices like garlic powder and a good barbecue sauce are also important for that authentic barbecue flavour.

Are Dr. Praeger's veggie burgers gluten free? ›

Big taste with a little spicy kick makes these veggie burgers one of our most popular meatless burger alternatives. At 150 calories and 5g protein per serving, these vegan, gluten free patties are made with Non-GMO Verified ingredients.

Which is healthier, Impossible Burger or veggie burger? ›

Beyond has significantly less saturated fat than both ground beef and Impossible Burger. That's the “bad” fat associated with heart disease and inflammation, according to the Centers for Disease Control, so less is more in this case.

What is a good binder for black bean burgers? ›

Hearty chopped cashews add textural variation, while panko bread crumbs help bind the patties without turning them mushy.

What is the best ingredient to bind burgers? ›

Using of egg to bind a burger is the most common and simple process. Start by adding one egg to the mixture for every pound of ground beef. You can use the whole egg or just the egg white based on your needs.

What is a good binding agent for burgers? ›

One of the most common substitutes is breadcrumbs, but sometimes the breadcrumbs can fall off when the burgers are cooking if there are too many or they are too dry. Other popular substitutions for eggs include cornstarch, flour, ketchup, porridge oats, cracker crumbs, and ground flaxseed.

How do you make burgers that hold together? ›

Add 1 egg yolk per pound of hamburger. It won't add appreciably to the fat content and will bind the meat beautifully.

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