**Carrot Burgers: A Nutritious and Flavorful Twist on the Classic Burger**
Carrot burgers are a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional beef burgers. Made with a combination of grated carrots, oats, and spices, these burgers are packed with flavor and nutrients. They are also naturally gluten-free and vegan, making them a great option for people with dietary restrictions. This article provides three different recipes for carrot burgers, each with its own unique twist. The first recipe is a basic carrot burger that is easy to make and perfect for beginners. The second recipe adds a zesty kick with the addition of jalapeños and cilantro. The third recipe incorporates sweet potatoes for a slightly sweeter and more complex flavor. All three recipes are simple to follow and can be easily customized to suit your own preferences. Whether you are looking for a healthy weeknight meal or a fun and flavorful party appetizer, carrot burgers are a great choice.
CURRIED LENTIL, RICE AND CARROT BURGERS
I love the Indian spices in these burgers. The turmeric offers bonus antioxidant health benefits, but even without it, they're in abundance in this recipe, with all the carrots and ginger.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Time 40m
Yield 6 burgers.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil over medium heat in a heavy ovenproof skillet and add the onion and carrot. Cook, stirring often, until just about tender, about 3 minutes, and add the mushrooms, ginger, turmeric, cumin, curry powder, mustard seeds and cayenne and a pinch of salt. Cook for another 3 minutes or so, until the vegetables are tender and fragrant and the spices aromatic. Remove from the heat and transfer to a large bowl. Add the rice.
- Purée the lentils with the egg and add to the vegetable and rice mixture. Stir together, season with salt and pepper, and shape into 6 patties.
- Heat the ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Add the remaining tablespoon of oil to the pan and, working in batches if necessary, cook the patties for 2 minutes on one side, or until nicely browned. Carefully turn the patties over and place in the oven. Bake 10 to 12 minutes, until the patties are lightly browned and don't fall apart. Remove from the heat and serve, with or without buns, chutney or ketchup and the works.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 210, UnsaturatedFat 5 grams, Carbohydrate 29 grams, Fat 6 grams, Fiber 9 grams, Protein 11 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 436 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams, TransFat 0 grams
THAI CARROT BURGERS
Red cabbage slaw goes nicely with these burgers, either as a side or served directly on the burgers, as does julienned cabbage that's been tossed in a bit of rice vinegar and salt.
Provided by Jeff Gordinier
Categories dinner, lunch
Time 45m
Yield 4 burgers
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Heat the oven to 375 degrees. Warm 1 tablespoon of the oil over medium heat in a large sauté pan that has a lid. When hot, add the scallions and cook just until they begin to soften, about 2 minutes. Add the garlic, ginger, and serrano pepper and stir for 30 seconds, until fragrant. Stir in the carrots, salt, coriander, turmeric, and cinnamon. Cover and cook for 6 to 8 minutes, until the carrots are soft but not mushy.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the egg whites, peanut butter, and lime juice. Stir in the carrot mixture and the cilantro. Fold in the bread crumbs. Let sit for about 10 minutes to allow the crumbs to absorb some liquid. Adjust seasonings. Shape into 4 patties.
- In an oven-safe skillet or nonstick sauté pan, heat the remaining 2 tablespoons oil over medium-high heat. When hot, add the patties and brown 2 or 3 minutes on each side. Transfer the pan to the oven and bake for 12 to 15 minutes, until the burgers are firm and cooked through.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 265, UnsaturatedFat 12 grams, Carbohydrate 28 grams, Fat 15 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 7 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 468 milligrams, Sugar 8 grams, TransFat 0 grams
CARROT BURGERS
These tasty morsels make a great side dish and a great breakfast too! Adapted from Cook Now Serve Later cookbook. African, Scandinavian, New England, Southern, Mid Atlantic, Mid West
Provided by Sharon123
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 15m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, mix the carrots, onion, flour, corneal, egg, milk, dill, sugar, salt, baking powder and pepper. Shape the mixture into 8 patties about 1 1/2" thick. Transfer to a platter, cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. This will keep up to 12 hours.
- Heat the margarine and the oil in a heavy 10" skillet until sizzling, about 1 minute. Turn heat down to medium . Brown the patties for 5-8 minutes on each side. Drain on a platter lined with paper towels, then serve immediately. You may serve this as a side dish or a light luncheon along with a mixed green salad and whole grain bread. This would also be good as a breakfast with maple syrup! Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 179.7, Fat 10.9, SaturatedFat 2.3, Cholesterol 47.6, Sodium 456.7, Carbohydrate 17.6, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 5, Protein 3.8
TUNA BURGERS WITH CARROT-GINGER SAUCE
Steps:
- Prepare the sauce: Pulse the carrot and ginger in a food processor until finely chopped. Add the vinegar, sesame oil, soy sauce and sugar and process until smooth. Drizzle in 2 tablespoons water and combine; season with salt and pepper. Transfer the sauce to a bowl and set aside.
- Prepare the burgers: Chop the tuna into chunks. Wipe out the food processor and add the tuna; pulse a few times to break up the pieces. In a bowl, mix 2 tablespoons olive oil, the soy sauce, lime juice, cilantro and ginger; season with salt and pepper. Pour over the tuna and process until well blended. Form into 4 patties; brush each lightly with the remaining 1 teaspoon olive oil.
- Preheat a grill or grill pan. Once hot, add the burgers and cook for 2 minutes on each side for rare, or to desired doneness.
- Toss the sprouts in the carrot-ginger sauce. Place the burgers on buns and top with avocado and sprouts.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 435, Fat 22 grams, SaturatedFat 3.8 grams, Cholesterol 43 milligrams, Sodium 662 milligrams, Carbohydrate 28 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 32 grams
OVEN-BAKED CARROT BURGERS
This is my own recipe for carrot burgers. I try to cut down on fat and that is why they are oven baked and not fried.
Provided by Chef Dudo
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 45m
Yield 4-5 burgers, 4-5 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- Grate carrots and onion.
- Drain and squeeze out as much liquid as possible.
- Add oats, eggs, oil and spices; mix well.
- Put a parchment paper on a baking sheet and brush with a little oil.
- Form 4-5 burgers with your hands and put on baking sheet.
- Bake, in the middle of the oven, for about 15 minutes.
- Turn the burgers and bake another 15 minutes.
- They freeze well.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 226.5, Fat 8.8, SaturatedFat 2, Cholesterol 139.5, Sodium 319.7, Carbohydrate 29, Fiber 6.2, Sugar 7, Protein 9.1
SPICED LENTIL CARROT VEGGIE BURGERS
This lentil burger recipe is the tastiest veggie burger you'll find. It's fully vegan, and uses carrots and spices to lighten up the lentils. This recipe is easy to make and will work with just about any variation on the spices you prefer. Lentils are one of the fastest-cooking legumes, making them very handy to make quick meals. They are high in fiber, iron and folic acid, and low in fat. They are an excellent protein source for a healthy diet, whether you are a vegetarian or not.
Provided by Heather Nauta
Categories Lentil
Time 1h
Yield 6 burgers, 3 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Before you begin, the lentils must be fully cooked. Gently boil them in enough water to cover them by 2 inches, with NO salt. Lentils will take about 30 minutes to cook.
- While they cook, dice the onion and grate the carrots.
- Drain the cooked lentils and put them in a bowl with the carrots and onion. Mash them a bit, but not too much, and add enough flour to get them to the point where they will stick together. You may also need to add a bit of water. Season the mix with the spices, salt & pepper and stir them through well.
- With your hands, form the lentil mix into burger shapes. Add a teaspoon of olive oil to a heated pan and lay the burgers inches Leave them for about 10 minutes on the first side, flip, and cook another 5-7 minutes. Put the burgers in an oven on low heat to keep them warm while you cook the second batch.
SHREDDED CARROT BURGERS
Make and share this Shredded Carrot Burgers recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Food.com
Categories < 30 Mins
Time 20m
Yield 4 Burgers
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Equipment:.
- Food Processor with grater attachment, Medium Nonstick skillet, rubber spatula for flipping burgers.
- In a large bowl, mix carrots, scallions, curry powder, flour, yogurt, egg, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper until well combined. Use a 1/2 cup measuring cup and make 4 patties, pressing gently to make uniform, then turn out onto a plate.
- In a medium bowl, mix to combine shredded cabbage, 2 tablespoons olive oil, lemon juice and season to taste with salt and pepper. Set aside.
- Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Cook carrot burgers until golden and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes per side. Transfer to a towel-lined plate.
- To assemble burgers, top buns with carrot burger, slices roasted red peppers, avocado and red cabbage slaw.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 500, Fat 31.9, SaturatedFat 5, Cholesterol 46.5, Sodium 778, Carbohydrate 48.5, Fiber 12.2, Sugar 9.3, Protein 10.3
CARROT BURGERS
This wonderful meatless dish is quite tasty, and a great alternative to beef burgers when served on a bun with tomato and lettuce with mayo or stone ground mustard. Good served hot or cold. We have used these as main entrees or served a smaller version as side dishes. You may want to experiment with different spices that appeal to your family or even different vegetables such as zucchini. Cheese is another tasty add-in.
Provided by L-GANT
Categories Main Dish Recipes Burger Recipes Veggie
Time 40m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Place carrots into a bowl, cover, and heat in the microwave until tender, 2 to 3 minutes.
- In a large bowl, stir together the eggs, mayonnaise, onion, olive oil, garlic, salt, pepper, and carrots. Mix in bread crumbs until evenly blended. Shape into 12 patties. Pour the cereal onto a plate, and dip the patties into the cereal to coat. Place the patties on a greased baking sheet.
- Bake for 25 to 30 minutes in the preheated oven, turning once, until golden brown.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 205.7 calories, Carbohydrate 22.5 g, Cholesterol 34.5 mg, Fat 11.5 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 4.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 300.1 mg, Sugar 3.7 g
CARROT BURGERS
"These carrot patties were a big hit with my children when they were growing up," reports Phyllis Moody of King William, Virginia. Cornflakes provide the taste that kids find so appealing, while the low price-just 18¢ a burger-makes them attractive to parents.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Place 1 in. of water and carrots in a large skillet; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5-10 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain., In a large bowl, combine the carrots, cornflakes, eggs, celery, onion, salt, sugar and pepper. Form into six patties. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook patties for 3 minutes on each side or until browned. Serve on buns if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 188 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 71mg cholesterol, Sodium 447mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.
LENTIL CARROT VEGGIE BURGERS
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 Place all ingredients in a bowl and mix well. You can mash the lentils a little if the mixture seems a little loose. Use a 1/4 cup measurement to make patties. Place the patties on a lined baking sheet. Bake for 30-35 minutes, stopping halfway to flip the patties. Store these burgers in the fridge in an airtight container. They should last a couple weeks. You can also freeze them for longer storage. Enjoy
Tips:
- Use a food processor to grate the carrots. This will save you time and effort, and it will also ensure that the carrots are evenly grated.
- Be sure to squeeze out the excess moisture from the grated carrots. This will help to prevent the burgers from becoming too mushy.
- Use a combination of breadcrumbs and oats to bind the burgers together. This will help to create a firm and flavorful burger.
- Add your favorite seasonings to the burgers. This could include garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, or cumin.
- Cook the burgers over medium heat. This will help to prevent them from burning.
- Serve the burgers on buns with your favorite toppings. This could include lettuce, tomato, onion, cheese, or aioli.
Conclusion:
Carrot burgers are a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional beef burgers. They are packed with nutrients, such as beta-carotene, vitamin A, and fiber. They are also low in calories and fat. If you are looking for a new and exciting way to enjoy carrots, give carrot burgers a try. You won't be disappointed!
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