Try these burgers as a healthy and tasty
alternative to the traditional hamburger.
Veggie Burgers with
Pistachios
- 1 cup finely chopped California pistachios
2 cups coarsely grated zucchini
2 cans red kidney beans, drained and mashed
1/2 cup freshly grated Romano cheese
1/2 cup dry bread crumbs
1 large egg
1/2 teaspoon each dried thyme and rosemary
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons bottled or homemade oil and vinegar dressing
- Combine all ingredients, except dressing
and mix well.
- Shape into 6 patties.
- Brush both sides generously with dressing
and place in a grill basket with a fine grid.
- Grill in covered barbecue over medium
coals for 5 to 6 minutes. Baste with dressing and flip burger.
Cook another 5 to 6 minutes.
- Serve in buns with fixings.
Makes 6 servings.
Nutritional Analysis Amount per Serving:
Calories 360 Total Fat (g) 18 Saturated Fat (g) 4 Monounsaturated
Fat (g) 8 Cholesterol (mg) 40 Sodium (mg) 920 Potassium (mg)
730 Total Carbohydrate (g) 34 Dietary Fiber (g) 13 Protein (g)
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