INGREDIENTS:

Organic Oats, Sunflower Seeds, Quinoa Flakes, Garlic Powder, Chia Seeds, Onion Powder, Red & Green Bell Pepper, Portobello Mushroom, Sea Salt, Parsley, Oregano.

Just add water, form patties & cook.

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Here’s a from-scratch veggie burger recipe inspired directly by the ingredient list provided. I’ve included two versions—one using quinoa flakes and one using cooked quinoa if the flakes are hard to find.

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🌱 Hearty Oat–Sunflower Veggie Burgers

Ingredients (4–6 burgers)

Dry mix (from your list)

• 1 cup organic oats
• ½ cup sunflower seeds, lightly crushed
• ½ cup quinoa flakes
  OR 1 cup cooked quinoa, well drained (see substitution notes below)
• 1 tbsp chia seeds
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• ½ tsp sea salt (adjust to taste)
• 1 tsp dried parsley
• 1 tsp dried oregano

Vegetables

• ½ cup finely diced red bell pepper
• ½ cup finely diced green bell pepper
• 1 cup finely chopped portobello mushroom (gills removed for better texture)

Wet ingredients

• ¾–1 cup hot water (or vegetable broth for more flavor)

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🍔 Instructions

1. Sauté the vegetables (in water)

1. Heat a small pan with a splash of water (or dry sauté).
2. Add mushrooms and cook 2–3 minutes until they release moisture.
3. Add bell peppers and cook another 2 minutes.
4. Let cool slightly.

2. Mix the dry ingredients

In a large bowl, combine:

• oats
• crushed sunflower seeds
• quinoa flakes or cooked quinoa
• chia seeds
• garlic powder
• onion powder
• salt
• parsley & oregano

Stir well.

3. Hydrate the mix

1. Add the sautéed vegetables to the bowl.
2. Pour ¾ cup hot water (or broth) over everything and mix.
3. Let sit 5–10 minutes so the oats and chia absorb moisture.

Texture check:

• If the mixture is too dry/crumbly → add more water 1 tbsp at a time.
• If too wet → add 2–3 tbsp extra oats or sunflower seeds.

You want a moldable, slightly sticky dough.

4. Shape the burgers

Form into 4–6 patties. Press firmly so they hold together.

5. Cook

Pan-fry:
Cook patties in a lightly oiled skillet over medium heat, 4–5 minutes per side until browned and firm.

Bake:
Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway.

Air fry:
375°F (190°C) for 10–12 minutes, flipping once.

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🔄 Quinoa substitution note

If you’re using cooked quinoa instead of quinoa flakes:

• Use 1 cup cooked quinoa
• Reduce the added water slightly (start with ½ cup instead of ¾ cup)
  Quinoa flakes absorb water quickly; cooked quinoa contributes moisture.

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🌟 Optional Add-Ins

• 1 tbsp soy sauce or tamari (umami boost)
• 1 tbsp tomato paste
• Smoked paprika
• Ground black pepper
• Finely chopped fresh herbs

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🍽️ Serving ideas

• On toasted buns with avocado, tomato, and greens
• Crumbled over salads
• Stuffed in pita with tahini sauce
• Topped with sautéed mushrooms & caramelized onions

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⭐ High-Protein Version (example combination)

Try this for a single version that significantly boosts protein while keeping texture intact:

Swap sunflower seeds → ½ cup hemp seeds

Add ¼ cup red lentils, raw (these tiny morsels should cook during prep/cooking process)

Add 2 tbsp nutritional yeast

This can add ~25–30g total extra protein to the batch (≈ +5–7g per burger).

* 1 large onion, chopped
* 1 cup chopped mushrooms
* 1 tablespoon curry powder
* 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
* 4 cups no-salt-added or low-sodium vegetable broth
* 2 cups water
* 1 1/2 cups dry red lentils, rinsed and drained
* 1 tablespoon peeled and grated ginger
* 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
* 3 cups fresh or frozen corn kernels, divided
* 2 cups finely-chopped kale

Place onions, mushrooms, curry powder, turmeric, broth, water, lentils, ginger, and black pepper in a soup pot. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes or until lentils are tender. Add 2 cups of the corn and cook for an additional 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Place soup in a high-powered blender and blend until smooth and creamy. Return to soup pot, add remaining 1 cup of corn and chopped kale and cook until kale has softened.

VIDEO:

https://youtube.com/watch?v=5hcjeBzQwSI&si=vNi_5fSGhnycFOyy

Ingredients:

1 block (14 oz) extra firm tofu

¼-1/2 cup water (adjust for desired consistency)

¼ cup nutritional yeast

2 tablespoons corn starch (to help bind)

2 teaspoons onion powder

2 teaspoons garlic powder

3 tablespoons poultry seasoning

2 teaspoons “No Chicken” Better Than Bouillon

1 cup vital wheat gluten

Turkey Rub:

2 tablespoons poultry seasoning

½ tablespoon brown sugar

Instructions:

Prepare the Tofu:

Press the tofu for 15-20 minutes to remove excess moisture. You can wrap it in a towel and place something heavy on top, like a cast-iron pan, or use a tofu press if you have one.

Blend the Ingredients:

Crumble the pressed tofu into a bowl.

Add ¼ to ½ cup of water to the tofu. Start with ¼ cup and add more if the mixture seems too dry.

Mix in the nutritional yeast, corn starch, onion powder, garlic powder, poultry seasoning, and “No Chicken” Better Than Bouillon. Stir until well combined.

Form the Mixture:

Gradually add the vital wheat gluten to the tofu mixture, stirring constantly. The dough will begin to come together and become a bit sticky. Once the gluten is fully incorporated, knead the dough for about 2-3 minutes until it has a firm, elastic texture.

Shape the Roast:

Shape the dough into a log or loaf, depending on your preference. This will form the base of your “turkey roast.”

Prepare the Turkey Rub:

In a small bowl, combine the poultry seasoning and brown sugar. Rub this mixture evenly over the surface of the dough, pressing it gently to adhere.

Baking Instructions:

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Place the “turkey roast” on a parchment-lined baking sheet or in a baking dish. Cover with foil to prevent it from drying out during the initial baking.

Bake for 30 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until the surface is slightly crispy and golden brown.

Optional (for a crispy crust):

After baking, you can broil the roast for 3-5 minutes on high for a crispier crust, but keep an eye on it so it doesn’t burn.

Tips:

If you prefer a smoother texture, you can blend the tofu with the water and other ingredients before adding the vital wheat gluten.

For more flavor depth, you could marinate the tofu mixture in the fridge for a few hours before baking, although this step is optional.

If you like a richer color on the roast, you can lightly brush it with a mixture of vegetable broth and a small splash of soy sauce before baking.

Ingredients

2 cups water See instructions.

1.5 cups rolled oats Regular.

salt Optional

Instructions

Rinse the oats.

Add the oats to a high powered blender with the water and optional pinch of salt.

Blend for 25 seconds at high until smooth.

Pour/strain through a fine mesh strainer, towel, or nutmilk bag into a container and refrigerate.

Notes

This makes about 2 cups of oat cream.

We are not using oil in this recipe, so the oat cream will separate a bit in the fridge. Oil is used as an emulsifier. We just shake it in the bottle to recombine it prior to use. If you consume oil, you can add a couple tablespoons to the blender which will emulsify the cream.