Terrific Tofu Burgers

Elevate your plant-based meal game with these Terrific Tofu Burgers, a flavorful, protein-packed alternative that’s perfect for vegans and burger lovers alike. Crafted with crumbled extra-firm tofu, savory soy sauce, and a blend of aromatic spices like paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder, these patties are held together with a nutrient-rich flaxseed "egg" for a hearty texture. Pan-fried to golden perfection, these burgers are quick and easy to make, with just 15 minutes of prep and cooking time each. Serve them on toasted buns with crisp lettuce, juicy tomato slices, and your favorite condiments for a satisfying, guilt-free meal that's bursting with taste and texture. Perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, this tofu burger recipe proves that plant-based eating can be anything but boring!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 14 oz extra-firm tofu
• 0.75 cup breadcrumbs
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp paprika
• 0.5 tsp ground black pepper
• 0.25 tsp salt
• 2 tbsp flaxseed meal
• 4 tbsp water
• 4 pieces burger buns
• 4 leaves lettuce
• 4 slices sliced tomato
• 4 tbsp desired condiments (e.g., ketchup, mustard, mayo)

Directions

Step 1

Press the tofu to remove excess water. Wrap the tofu block in a clean kitchen towel, place it on a plate, and set another plate or a heavy object on top. Let it sit for 15 minutes, then crumble it into small pieces in a mixing bowl.

Step 2

In a small bowl, combine the flaxseed meal and water to create a flax egg. Stir well and let it sit for 5 minutes until it thickens.

Step 3

Add breadcrumbs, soy sauce, olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, pepper, and salt to the crumbled tofu. Mix thoroughly.

Step 4

Stir the thickened flax egg into the tofu mixture, ensuring everything is evenly combined.

Step 5

Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each one into a patty roughly the size of your burger buns.

Step 6

Heat a non-stick skillet or grill pan over medium heat and lightly grease with a bit of oil. Cook the patties for 4-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and firm.

Step 7

Toast the burger buns if desired.

Step 8

Assemble the burgers by placing a cooked tofu patty on the bottom half of each bun. Top with lettuce, tomato slices, and your favorite condiments. Cover with the top half of the bun.

Step 9

Serve immediately and enjoy your Terrific Tofu Burgers!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	921.4 grams (921.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1638

Total Fat 60.50g	78%
Saturated Fat 8.40g	42%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.40g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4375mg	190%
Total Carbohydrate 187.30g	68%
Dietary Fiber 23.00g	82%
Total Sugars 30.40g
Protein 92.70g	185%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 2977mg	229%
Iron 21mg	119%
Potassium 1803mg	38%

*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: 32.7%

Protein: 22.3%

Carbs: 45.0%