Veggie Burgers - Freezer

By BlueSchmoo

1 burger equals 241 calories, 3 g fat (1 g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 601 mg sodium, 45 g carbohydrate, 7 g fiber, 11 g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2-1/2 starch, 1 lean meat, 1 vegetable

Ingredients

• 1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
• 1/2 cup old-fashioned oats
• 2 tablespoons ketchup
• 1/2 cup finely chopped fresh mushrooms
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 1 medium carrot, shredded
• 1 small sweet red pepper, finely chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon white pepper
• 6 hamburger buns, split
• 6 lettuce leaves
• 6 slices tomato

Preparation

Step 1

Place the beans, oats and ketchup in a food processor; cover and pulse until blended. Transfer to a small bowl; stir in the vegetables, garlic and seasonings. Shape into six 3-in. patties; wrap each in plastic wrap and freeze.

To use frozen Veggie Burgers, unwrap burgers and place on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray. Bake at 350° for 30 minutes or until heated through, turning once. Serve on buns with lettuce and tomato. Yield: 6 servings.