Broccoli Burgers

Wholesome, flavorful, and packed with nutrient-rich broccoli, these broccoli burgers are a delicious plant-forward twist on the classic burger. Perfectly seasoned with garlic, onion, paprika, and a touch of Parmesan, these patties are both savory and satisfying. Blanching the broccoli enhances its vibrant green color and ensures a tender texture, while breadcrumbs and a single egg help bind the mixture into golden, crispy perfection. Serve these mouthwatering vegetarian burgers on toasted buns with crisp lettuce and juicy tomato slices for a fresh and hearty meal that’s ready in just 35 minutes. Whether you’re craving a lighter burger or looking for a creative way to eat more veggies, these broccoli burgers are sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 cups Broccoli florets
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 pieces Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 small Onion, finely chopped
• 1 cup Breadcrumbs
• 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 1 large Egg
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 4 pieces Burger buns
• 4 pieces Lettuce leaves
• 8 slices Tomato slices

Directions

Step 1

Fill a large pot with water, bring to a boil, and lightly salt it. Add the broccoli florets and blanch for 3-4 minutes until bright green and slightly tender. Drain and let cool.

Step 2

In a food processor, pulse the cooled broccoli until it forms a coarse crumble—avoid over-processing it into a paste.

Step 3

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and chopped onion. Cook for 3-4 minutes until softened and fragrant. Remove from heat.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the processed broccoli, cooked garlic and onion mixture, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix until evenly combined and the mixture can hold its shape when pressed.

Step 5

Divide the mixture into 4 equal parts and shape them into burger patties about 1/2 inch thick.

Step 6

Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Cook the patties for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until lightly golden and cooked through. Be gentle when flipping to avoid breaking the patties.

Step 7

Toast the burger buns lightly if desired. Assemble each burger by placing a lettuce leaf on the bottom bun, topping with a broccoli patty, 2 slices of tomato, and finishing with the top bun.

Step 8

Serve immediately and enjoy your homemade broccoli burgers!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	960.1 grams (960.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1666

Total Fat 70.20g	90%
Saturated Fat 23.60g	118%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.60g
Cholesterol 300mg	100%
Sodium 5160mg	224%
Total Carbohydrate 193.00g	70%
Dietary Fiber 18.90g	68%
Total Sugars 26.40g
Protein 78.60g	157%

Vitamin D 54IU	269%
Calcium 1285mg	99%
Iron 14mg	79%
Potassium 795mg	17%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 36.8%

Protein: 18.3%

Carbs: 44.9%