Beetroot Burgers with Whipped Feta

These roasted beetroot burgers are filling, healthy and perfect for your autumn dinner. Smear with a big dollop of whipped feta and serve in a toasted brioche bun.

Is there anything more stunning than beetroot? It's just one of those amazing things that you can't quite believe it just grows like that with that incredible colour.

I've decided beetroot is something I don't use nearly enough so this autumn I'm going all out on the beetroot.

So I made a beetroot salad a couple of weeks ago and it was pretty life changing. Before that I hadn't really cooked with much beetroot and I quickly discovered that it's totally worth the dramatically stained hands.

And yes I know I could wear gloves but if you know me at all then you know I would never bother with that kind of nonsense.

Anyways, after making that salad I became a little obsessed with making more beetroot recipes because it seems like the most excellent vegetable to use now that all the yummy summer ones are going out of season fast.

Why we love this beetroot burger recipe...

So. many. reasons. They're pretty much the ultimate veggie burger recipe.

First off, the beetroot gets all roasty in the oven which helps bring out that amazing sweetness before you've even started making the burgers.

Then there's obviously the superfood-ness of the beetroot but I added in some bulgur wheat in there too to get that burger texture and make them even more filling which is always good in my book.

After that you've got a topping of the most incredible herby whipped feta which is honestly so good. So good that I ate half of it with crackers while I was waiting for the burgers to cook.

These burgers are also great for leftovers. I loved them for lunch the next day and they lasted really well even fully assembled and wrapped in foil in the fridge.

I even found these burgers so filling that I was happy to go without a side but you could definitely make some fries or sweet potatoes to go with the burgers.

Even better, serve any extra whipped feta on the side for dipping. You won't regret it.

This might just be your new favourite burger.

Ingredients

• Beetroot - I used three large, peel and chop, wear gloves if you don't want pink hands for a few days. You can use extra in this roasted beetroot one pot pasta
• Bulgur Wheat - Cooked according to packet instructions. Add any leftovers to these Turkish lentil and bulgur wheat patties
• Egg
• Garlic
• Breadcrumbs - I used panko because they're my fave and also all I ever have on hand
• Oil - Olive oil is my preference
• Lemon Juice
• Chilli Flakes
• Burger Buns - Brioche preferably because is there anything else?
• Rocket Leaves - Or another green leaf of your choice
• Feta - If you want more feta, try this baked feta!
• Yoghurt
• Fresh Herbs - I use dill and parsley for loads of herby flavour but grab whatever you like

Keep scrolling to get the full recipe for these beetroot burgers...

How to make it

1. Heat the oven and roast the beetroot with oil and salt and pepper until tender.
2. Place the beetroot in a food processor and blitz a few times then place in a large mixing bowl with the bulgur wheat, egg, garlic, breadcrumbs, oil, lemon juice and chilli flakes.
3. Shape into burger patties and place on a baking tray in the oven for half an hour until crispy on the outside.
4. Make the whipped feta by putting the yoghurt and feta in a blender with the herbs and pepper and blend until smooth. Serve the burgers topped with the feta and rocket in a brioche bun.

Oh just look at that colour. I just cannot get enough of that pink burger with the slightly green whipped feta and the extra vibrant green rocket.

It's so dreamy and absolutely delicious.

Variations

There are loads of options for changing up the flavour profile of these beet burgers by adding your own choice of toppings. Try slices of avocado, a smear of hummus, some quick pickled cucumbers or some jalapeños for a spicy kick.

Storage

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. To reheat you can put in the oven for 10 minutes or add the burgers to a skillet over a medium heat until heated through.

They can also be frozen for up to two months. Defrost thoroughly before use.

FAQs

Want more? Get all my other vegetarian recipes before you go or try these other vegetarian burgers!

• Spinach and Pea Burgers
• The Best Veggie Burgers with Sun Dried Tomato Mayo
• Baked Falafel Burger with Chipotle Mayo
• Quinoa Chickpea Curry Burger
• Veggie Burger with Quinoa and Cannellini Beans
• Mushroom Burger with Pearl Barley

Recipe

Beetroot Burgers with Whipped Feta

These roasted beetroot burgers are filling, healthy and perfect for your autumn dinner. Smear with a big dollop of whipped feta and serve in a toasted brioche bun.

5 from 4 votes

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Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 1 hour hour

Total Time: 1 hour hour 10 minutes minutes

Servings: 4 burgers

Calories: 316kcal

Author: Amy Fulwood

Ingredients

• 3 large Beetroot peeled and chopped
• 185 g Cooked Bulgur Wheat
• 1 Egg
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 2 tablespoon Breadcrumbs
• 1 teaspoon Oil
• 2 teaspoon Lemon Juice
• Chilli Flakes
• Salt and Pepper
• Burger buns
• Rocket Leaves to serve

For the Whipped Feta

• 150 g Feta
• 70 g Yoghurt
• Pepper
• Dill
• Parsley

UK Measures - US Measures

Instructions

• Heat the oven to 200°C/400°F. Spread the beetroot on a baking sheet, drizzle with oil and sprinkle on salt and pepper and roast for 30 minutes.
• Once the beetroot has finished cooking leave to cool for a couple of minutes then place in a food processor and pulse a few times until chopped but still a little chunky. Put the beetroot in a large bowl and add the bulgur wheat, egg, garlic, breadcrumbs, oil, lemon juice, chilli flakes and salt and pepper. Mix until completely combined.
• Shape the mixture into four patties and place on a lined baking sheet. Place in the oven and cook for 30 minutes, flipping halfway through.
• While the burgers are cooking make the whipped feta. Put the yoghurt and feta in a blender and mix until smooth, add the herbs and pepper and blend again until smooth. Serve the burgers in brioche buns topped with the whipped feta and rocket leaves.

Nutrition Facts

Beetroot Burgers with Whipped Feta

Amount Per Serving

Calories 316 Calories from Fat 99

% Daily Value*

Fat 11g17%

Saturated Fat 6g30%

Cholesterol 76mg25%

Sodium 487mg20%

Potassium 264mg8%

Carbohydrates 41g14%

Fiber 8g32%

Sugar 3g3%

Protein 13g26%

Vitamin A 235IU5%

Vitamin C 1.4mg2%

Calcium 240mg24%

Iron 1.8mg10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Notes

Nutrition information is an estimate and will vary depending on the exact ingredients used.

 

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