Grilled Tempeh Veggie Burgers

Savor the smoky, plant-based perfection of Grilled Tempeh Veggie Burgers, a hearty and wholesome recipe that’s perfect for summer cookouts or weeknight dinners. These protein-packed patties are crafted from nutrient-dense tempeh, oats, and vibrant veggies like carrot and onion, spiced with bold cumin and smoky paprika for a flavor boost. Grilled to golden perfection, they’re irresistibly firm yet tender, making them ideal for layering on toasted burger buns with fresh lettuce, juicy tomato slices, and a dollop of vegan mayonnaise or your favorite sauce. Quick and easy to prepare in under 40 minutes, these vegan burgers offer a deliciously healthy alternative for both meat-lovers and plant-based eaters. Your grill just found its new star!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 200 g tempeh
• 1 cup oats
• 1 medium carrot, grated
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 4 pieces burger buns
• 4 pieces lettuce leaves
• 8 pieces tomato slices
• 4 tbsp vegan mayonnaise or sauce of choice

Directions

Step 1

In a food processor, crumble the tempeh into small pieces and pulse until it resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 2

Add oats to the food processor and pulse a few times to combine.

Step 3

Transfer the tempeh-oat mixture to a large mixing bowl.

Step 4

Stir in the grated carrot, chopped onion, minced garlic, soy sauce, olive oil, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until the mixture comes together.

Step 5

Using your hands, shape the mixture into 4 equal-sized burger patties.

Step 6

Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium heat and lightly oil the grates or surface.

Step 7

Grill the tempeh patties for about 5-6 minutes on each side, or until nicely browned and firm to the touch.

Step 8

Toast the burger buns on the grill for 1-2 minutes, until lightly crisp.

Step 9

Assemble the burgers by spreading vegan mayonnaise or your sauce of choice onto each bun.

Step 10

Place a lettuce leaf on the bottom bun, followed by a grilled tempeh patty, two tomato slices, and the top bun.

Step 11

Serve the grilled tempeh veggie burgers immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	881.7 grams (881.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1595

Total Fat 67.50g	87%
Saturated Fat 12.00g	60%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.20g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3520mg	153%
Total Carbohydrate 180.70g	66%
Dietary Fiber 19.30g	69%
Total Sugars 20.10g
Protein 69.70g	139%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 490mg	38%
Iron 17mg	92%
Potassium 2216mg	47%

*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: 37.8%

Protein: 17.3%

Carbs: 44.9%