Vegetarian · 15 min
Cheesy Veggie Burger with Guacamole, Salsa & Lime-Cilantro Greens
- 15 min
- 2–6 servings
- 658 kcal / serving
A tender veggie burger crowned with melty cheese, creamy guacamole and salsa, paired with a bright lime-cilantro greens salad. It comes together quickly for a satisfying weeknight meal.
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Ingredients
- ½ small bunchcilantro
- ½ cupguacamole
- 15 mlItalian salad dressing
- ½lime
- ¼ cupsalsa
- ½ cupshredded cheese, Mexican blend
- ½ (5 oz) pkgspring mix (mixed greens)
- 2veggie burger patties, plant-based
- 2whole grain buns or rolls
- limes
From the pantry: chili powder, extra virgin olive oil, mayonnaise
Cookware
chef's knife · citrus juicer (optional) · colander · cutting board · measuring cups · measuring spoons · mixing bowls · nonstick skillet · toaster (optional) · tongs · whisk or fork
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Produce
- ½ small bunchcilantro
- ½lime
- ½ (5 oz) pkgspring mix (mixed greens)
- limes
Dairy, eggs & chilled
- ½ cupguacamole
- ¼ cupsalsa
- ½ cupshredded cheese, Mexican blend
- 2veggie burger patties, plant-based
Bakery & bread
- 2whole grain buns or rolls
Sauces, oils & condiments
- 15 mlItalian salad dressing
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Ingredients for 2, 4 and 6 servings
| Ingredient | 2 servings | 4 servings | 6 servings |
|---|---|---|---|
| cilantro | ½ small bunch | 1 small bunch | 1 small bunch |
| guacamole | ½ cup | 1 cup | 1 ½ cups |
| Italian salad dressing | 15 ml | 30 ml | 45 ml |
| lime | ½ | 1 | |
| salsa | ¼ cup | ½ cup | ¾ cup |
| shredded cheese, Mexican blend | ½ cup | 1 cup | 1 ½ cups |
| spring mix (mixed greens) | ½ (5 oz) pkg | 1 (5 oz) pkg | 1 ½ (5 oz) pkgs |
| veggie burger patties, plant-based | 2 | 4 | 6 |
| whole grain buns or rolls | 2 | 4 | 6 |
| limes | 1 ½ |
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Directions
- Toast or warm the buns if you like, while the burgers cook.
- Wash and dry the cilantro and greens; separate the stems from the cilantro.
- Chop the cilantro leaves finely and place them in a bowl.
- Squeeze the lime into a separate bowl; whisk in mayo, Italian dressing, and a pinch of chili powder to make a tangy dressing.
- Heat a nonstick skillet over medium-high and brush with a little oil. Cook the patties until the first side turns golden, about 4–5 minutes.
- Flip the patties, top with cheese, and cook until melted and the patties are cooked through, another 4–5 minutes.
- Toss the mixed greens with the cilantro-lime dressing until lightly coated.
- Assemble by spreading guacamole on the bottom bun, add a patty with melted cheese, then a spoonful of salsa. Cap with the top bun and serve alongside the dressed greens.
- If desired, serve with the greens on the side as a crisp counterbalance to the warm burger.
Two tips
- Make-ahead: mix the cilantro with the lime dressing and refrigerate until needed.
- Serving idea: lay a bed of greens on the plate and top with the burger for a bountier presentation.
Nutrition per serving
- Calories
- 658 kcal
- Protein
- 34 g
- Carbs
- 40 g
- Fat
- 42 g
- Fiber
- 12 g
- Sodium
- 1430 mg
Estimates from the recipe's published nutrition data; they change with the version you pick above.
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