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Beet Burgers

Profile photo of chef Jessica Randhawa of The Forked Spoon in white dress Jessica Randhawa
May 9, 2022
4.77 from 30 votes


Last Updated July 3, 2023 | 5 Comments

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When it comes to cooking up some tasty vegetarian burgers for your next cookout or family dinner, it doesn’t get any better than this colorful, plant-based Beet Burger Recipe. Cooked beets are mixed with freekeh, quinoa, garbanzo beans, rolled oats, tahini, and seasonings to create the most delicious and satisfying vegetarian beet burger. 

close up of complete Vegetarian Beet Burgers with Avocado and Sweet Potato Fries

Why You’ll Love a Beet Burger?

Whether you’re a vegetarian, vegan, or simply looking to incorporate more plant-based options into your diet, get ready to fall in love with these tasty veggie burgers. Even if you’re not a usual fan of beets, the sweet beets in this recipe are perfectly balanced with so many complementary savory ingredients you won’t even know they’re in there. 

Beet burgers are the ultimate veggie burger that will impress your friends and family with their burst of color, flavor, and nutrition. Topped with the most delicious smashed avocado and crispy sweet potato fries, you may never want a real beef burger again.

Freekeh, by the way, is an ancient grain that is a staple in Middle Eastern and North African cuisines. It’s made from the young green durum wheat that is harvested while the seeds are still soft and moist. The wheat is then roasted, giving Freekeh a unique smokey and nutty flavor that is perfect for these vegetarian burgers.

Beet Burger Patties being made in a row
Cooked beet burger patties on burger bun

How to Make Beet Burgers

  1. Cook the Freekeh and Quinoa: Cook the freekeh and quinoa together in a pot according to package instructions. Once cooked, set aside to cool.
  2. Prepare the Beet Mixture: Roughly chop the cooked beets and add them to a large food processor. Pulse until the beets are chunky. Then add the cooked and drained chickpeas and tahini to the beets. Process again to mix and mash, but be careful not to puree.
  3. Mix the Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine minced garlic, grated ginger, onion, orange zest, chopped cilantro, parsley, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix well. Add the beet and chickpea mixture, lightly beaten egg, and rolled oats to the bowl. Stir until fully combined. If the mixture is too wet, add an additional 1/4 cup of rolled oats.
  4. Add the Grains: Once the freekeh and quinoa have cooled, add them to the beet mixture. Mix well.
  5. Preheat and Shape: Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Shape the mixture into patties by hand and carefully transfer them to the lined baking sheet.
  6. Bake: Bake the patties for approximately 25-30 minutes or until they have a crisp outer layer. Cooking times may vary based on the size of the patties.
  7. Prepare the Sweet Potato Fries): Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. In a large mixing bowl, toss the cut sweet potatoes with olive oil and spices to coat. Transfer the sweet potatoes to the prepared baking sheet, arranging them in a single layer. Bake for 25 minutes or until crispy and slightly browned at the edges.
  8. Assemble: To assemble the burgers, top the patties with sweet potato fries, mashed avocado, and microgreens. Feel free to add your favorite toppings and enjoy!
Single beet burger open face

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If you try making this Beet Burger Recipe, please leave me a comment and let me know! I always love to hear your thoughts.

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Vegetarian Beet Burgers with Avocado and Sweet Potato Fries

Beet Burger

4.77 from 30 votes
AuthorAuthor: Profile photo of chef Jessica Randhawa of The Forked Spoon in white dress Jessica Randhawa
It's easy to make the tastiest vegetarian Beet Burger ever with healthy ingredients, including freekeh, quinoa, garbanzo beans, rolled oats, and a medley of tahini-dressed delicious herbs and seasonings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 45 minutes mins
Total Time 1 hour hr
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 12 servings
Calories 383 kcal

Ingredients
 
 

FOR THE BURGERS

  • ½ cup cracked freekeh
  • ½ cup red or white quinoa
  • 3 large beets - cooked
  • 15 oz chickpeas - 1 can, drained
  • 2 tablespoon tahini
  • 4 cloves garlic - minced
  • 2 tablespoon ginger - freshly grated
  • 1 medium onion - minced
  • 1 orange zested
  • ½ cup fresh cilantro - finely chopped
  • ½ cup fresh parsley - finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • Generous pinch of salt + pepper
  • 1 egg - beaten
  • ⅓ cup rolled oats

FOR THE SWEET POTATO FRIES

  • 2 sweet potatoes - or yams, chopped into long pieces
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon fresh cracked pepper
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon sugar

FOR THE BURGERS

  • 12 Buns - I used pretzel buns
  • 3.5 oz microgreens - or your favorite greens
  • 2 Avocado - smashed
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Instructions
 

FOR THE VEGETARIAN BEET BURGERS

  • First prepare the freekeh and quinoa. I cooked these two separately; however, I realized after that they have the exact same cooking method and time, so I am going to assume that they can be cooked in one pot (don’t quote me on this though 😉
  • As the grains cook, roughly chop your beets and add them to a large food processor. Pulse until the beets until chunky. Add the cooked and drained chickpeas and tahini to the beets and process again to mix and mash (but take care not to puree).
  • In a large mixing bowl add the minced garlic, grated ginger, onion, orange zest, chopped cilantro, parsley, chili powder, cumin, salt and pepper. Mix well to combine. Add the Beet and chickpea mixture, as well as the lightly beaten egg and rolled oats, to the garlic mixture and stir well until fully combined*
  • Once the freekeh and quinoa have finished cooking and have cooled(!), add to the beet mixture and mix well.
  • Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper (you may need two baking sheets).
  • Shape the mixture into patties by hand and carefully transfer to your lined baking sheet.
  • Bake the patties for approximately 25-30 minutes, or until they have a crisp outer layer (cooking times may vary depending on size of patty).
  • *If mixture seems particularly wet or soggy, add an additional 1/4 cup rolled oats

FOR THE SWEET POTATO FRIES

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
  • In a large mixing bowl toss the cut sweet potatoes with the olive oil and spices to coat. Transfer to your prepared baking sheet and arrange them in a single layer (as best you can, or use two baking sheets). Bake for 25 minutes or until crispy and browning at the edges.

ASSEMBLE

  • Assemble your burgers. I topped mine with a few sweet potato fries, mashed avocado and microgreens, but feel free to add your favorites!

Nutritional Information

Calories: 383kcal | Carbohydrates: 59g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 13mg | Sodium: 530mg | Potassium: 467mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 3520IU | Vitamin C: 11.6mg | Calcium: 58mg | Iron: 12.7mg

(Nutrition information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and specific brands of ingredients used.)

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About Jessica

Profile photo of chef Jessica Randhawa of The Forked Spoon in white dress

Chef Jessica Randhawa leads The Forked Spoon. A world traveler, Jessica developed her passion for culinary arts while adventuring. With her recipes making their way onto renowned platforms such as Women's Health, Daily Mail, Al Jazeera, and Fox News, she's marked her presence in the culinary world. Jessica's academic credentials include a Bachelor of Science from the University of California.

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Profile photo of chef Jessica Randhawa of The Forked Spoon in white dress

About Jessica Randhawa

Chef Jessica Randhawa leads The Forked Spoon. A world traveler, Jessica developed her passion for culinary arts while adventuring. With her recipes making their way onto renowned platforms such as Women's Health, Daily Mail, Al Jazeera, and Fox News, she's marked her presence in the culinary world. Jessica's academic credentials include a Bachelor of Science from the University of California.

Comments

  1. Carol says

    November 30, 2020 at 1:27 pm

    If I don’t have freekeh or quinoa what is the substitute.

    Reply
    • Profile photo of chef Jessica Randhawa of The Forked Spoon in white dress Jessica Randhawa says

      November 30, 2020 at 2:23 pm

      Great question Carol. Common substitutions for the grains in veggy burgers are rice, bulgur, buckwheat, and millet – but I have not tried substituting any of those for the quinoa and freekeh in this recipe 🙂

      Reply
  2. KATHERINE says

    February 25, 2020 at 2:50 pm

    Can these patties be frozen? Is it better to freeze patties without baking, or after baking?

    Thank you.

    Reply
    • Profile photo of chef Jessica Randhawa of The Forked Spoon in white dress Jessica Randhawa says

      February 25, 2020 at 4:12 pm

      Hi Katherine,

      While I have not tried freezing this beet burger patty, I would bake them, then freeze them and reheat when ready to enjoy 🙂

      Reply
  3. Megan says

    August 21, 2019 at 3:56 pm

    5 stars
    my partner and i found this recipe simply delightful

    Reply

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