Gluten-Free Tex-Mex Veggie Burgers
- Ingredients:14
- Servings:36
- Calories per serving:180
Gluten-Free Tex-Mex Veggie Burgers
- Ingredients:14
- Servings:36
- Calories per serving:180
Corn Chex™ cereal brings fab flavor and texture to black-bean veggie burgers that are also gluten-free.
Ingredient
| Ingredient | Weight | Measure |
|---|---|---|
| Olive oil | 3 oz | 6 Tbsp |
| Onions, finely diced | 1 lb 8.00 oz | 4 1/4 cups |
| Roasted red peppers, finely diced, canned, drained | 1 lb | 2 1/4 cups |
| Black beans, canned, drained | 2 lb | 5 1/3 cups |
| Spinach, fresh, roughly chopped | 1 lb 2.00 oz | 18 cups |
| Finely diced jalapeño peppers, canned, drained | 6 oz | 1 1/2 cups |
| Kosher salt | ---Value Not Available | 1 Tbsp |
| Black pepper, finely ground | ---Value Not Available | 2 tsp |
| Cumin, ground | ---Value Not Available | 1 1/3 Tbsp |
| Chili powder | ---Value Not Available | 2 Tbsp |
| Garlic powder | ---Value Not Available | 1 tsp |
| Corn, IQF | 1 lb | 1 3/4 cups |
| Lime juice | 4 oz | 1/2 cup |
| Corn Chex™ Bulkpak Cereal (13326) | 2 lb | 32 cups |
Instructions
- Step 1
Pre-heat a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium-high heat.
Add olive oil, onions and peppers to preheated pan; cook 2-3 minutes until tender, stirring frequently.
Add remaining ingredients to onion mixture and cook an additional 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently; transfer mixture into large mixing bowl.
Place 1/4 of onion mixture to bowl of food processor; pulse 1-2 minutes or until mixture is coarsely ground.
Transfer to separate large mixing bowl; repeat with remaining onion mixture.
Portion using a #8 scoop (4 oz); press to form patties 3/4 to 1-inch thick.
Place patties on greased or parchment-lined sheet pans and bake.
| Bake | Temp | Time |
|---|---|---|
Convection Oven* |
300°F |
8-10 minutes |
Standard Oven |
350°F |
15-17 minutes |
*Rotate pans baked in convection oven one-half turn (180°) after 4 minutes of baking.
Recipe Tips
- Veggie burgers can be served with a mixed green salad instead of a Gluten-free bun if desired.
- Cooking Gluten Free? Always read labels to make sure each recipe ingredient is gluten free. Products and ingredient sources can change.
- CCP: Hold veggie burgers under refrigeration <40°F until ready to bake. CCP: Cook veggie burgers to an internal temperature of >165°F and then hold at >140°F. CCP: Cooked veggie burgers must be cooled to 70°F within 2 hours. CCP: Refrigerate unused veggie burgers <40°F. CCP: Discard any unused veggie burgers after 2 days.
Nutrition Facts
- Calories180
- Total Fat3g
- Protein4g
- Total Carbohydrate34g
- Sugars4g
Servings: 36
Serving Size: 4 oz
Amount Per Serving Calories : 180
| Food Component / Nutrient | Amount | % , Daily Value* |
|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 3g | 5% |
| Saturated Fat | 0g | 0% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | % Value Not Available |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | % Value Not Available |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0g | % Value Not Available |
| Omega-3 | 0g | % Value Not Available |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 550mg | 23% |
| Total Carbohydrate | 34g | 11% |
| Dietary Fiber | 5g | 22% |
| Soluble Fiber | 0g | % Value Not Available |
| Insoluble Fiber | 3g | % Value Not Available |
| Sugars | 4g | % Value Not Available |
| Protein | 4g | % Value Not Available |
| Vitamin D | Value Not Available | 8% |
| Calcium | Value Not Available | 10% |
| Iron | Value Not Available | 45% |
| Potassium | 310mg | 9% |
| Vitamin A | Value Not Available | 50% |
| Vitamin C | Value Not Available | 20% |
| Vitamin E | Value Not Available | 4% |
| Thiamin | Value Not Available | 25% |
| Riboflavin | Value Not Available | 25% |
| Niacin | Value Not Available | 25% |
| Vitamin B6 | Value Not Available | 25% |
| Folic Acid | Value Not Available | 60% |
| Vitamin B12 | Value Not Available | 20% |
| Pantothenic Acid | Value Not Available | 0% |
| Phosphorus | Value Not Available | 6% |
| Magnesium | Value Not Available | 8% |
| Zinc | Value Not Available | 25% |
| Manganese | Value Not Available | 15% |
| Selenium | Value Not Available | 0% |
| Copper | Value Not Available | 4% |
| Beta-Carotene | Value Not Available | % Value Not Available |
*The % Daily Value (DV) 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. | ||
Exchanges
- Starch 1,
- Fruit 0,
- Other Carbohydrate 1,
- Skim Milk 0,
- Low-Fat Milk 0,
- Milk 0,
- Vegetable ½,
- Very Lean Meat 0,
- Lean Meat 0,
- Medium-Fat Meat 0,
- High-Fat Meat 0,
- Fat ½,
- Fruits 0c,
- Vegetables ½c,
- Grains 0oz-eq,
- Meat & Beans 1oz-eq,
- Dairy 0c,
- Fats & Oils 1tsp
Carbohydrate Choice
- Carbohydrate Choice2
