Best Veggie Truffle Burger
This veggie truffle burger is rich, savory, and deeply satisfying — even for non-vegetarians. Made with mushrooms, walnuts, and a touch of truffle oil, it has the earthy depth and texture you expect from a gourmet restaurant burger, but it’s easy enough to make at home. If you’re looking for a vegetarian burger that actually delivers bold flavor, this truffle veggie burger is it.
The. Best. Veggie. Burgers. Definitely yum 🍔! Here is my Truffle Veggie Burger recipe!
If you love bold, truffle-forward flavors, you might also enjoy this carpaccio pizza with black truffle, or pair this burger with something fresh like a honeydew feta salad. For another satisfying vegetarian main, try the butternut squash gnocchi, which has the same cozy, restaurant-style feel.
Best Veggie Truffle Burger
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup uncooked quinoa
- 1/2 cup uncooked brown rice
- 6-7 mushrooms, minced
- 1 zucchini, grated
- 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 eggs
- 1 tbsp Totarella and Sons Truffle Sauce
- 2 tbsp EVOO
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp dried thyme (optional)
- 1 tsp dried oregano (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cook both quinoa and rice in 2 separate pots according to directions.
- In a large bowl, mix the quinoa, rice, grated zucchini, minced mushrooms and chopped walnuts.
- Add eggs, EVOO, truffle sauce, breadcrumbs, salt, thyme and oregano. Mix well.
- Form 8 patties with the mixture and place on lined baking sheet and bake for 40 min. When complete, flip the patties and bake for another 15 min at 400 F. (You could also pan fry them if you like!)
- Slide them on a bun and dress ‘em up to your heart’s content! Enjoy!
Can I make this veggie truffle burger vegan?
Yes. You can replace the eggs with a flax egg and use a vegan truffle oil. The burger will still hold together well and keep its rich, savory flavor.
What kind of truffle oil should I use?
Use a high-quality black truffle oil and add it sparingly. A little goes a long way, and too much can overpower the burger.
Can I freeze veggie truffle burger patties?
Yes. Shape the patties, freeze them uncooked on a baking sheet, then store in an airtight container. Cook directly from frozen, adding a few extra minutes.
What a fantastic recipe! Easy to follow and delicious. Thank you so much!