South-of-the-Border Veggie Burger Patties
South-of-the-Border Veggie Burger Patties pack a hearty bite with black beans, chickpeas, and sweet corn folded into tender rice, then seared for a crisp, golden exterior. Mild heat from Cajun seasoning and red pepper flakes balances creamy Cheddar for a satisfying, well-rounded flavor. Serve these patties for a casual weeknight dinner or a weekend cookout, especially topped with guacamole and salsa.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook35 mins
- Serves12
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in South-of-the-Border Veggie Burger Patties, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 53 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 3 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 90 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 57
- Heart Health
- 51
- Metabolic
- 22
- Digestive
- 29
- Inflammatory
- 30
- Performance
- 44
- General Wellness
- 1
Bring the rice and water to a boil in a saucepan. Lower the heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed, 20 to 25 minutes. Stir the corn into the hot rice.
- 2
Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir the black beans, chickpeas, and garlic until warmed, 3 to 5 minutes.
- 3
Combine the rice mixture and the bean mixture in a large bowl. Stir the Cheddar cheese, 1/3 cup flour, and a pinch of red pepper flakes into the rice-bean mixture until thick; shape into patties.
- 4
Mix about 1/4 cup flour, Cajun seasoning, and a pinch of red pepper flakes in a small bowl. Dredge each patty in the flour mixture.
- 5
Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a skillet over medium heat; pan-fry the patties until golden brown, about 5 minutes per side.
- Calories 136.82 kcal Moderate 7%
- Protein 4.06 g Low Source 8%
- Carbohydrate 25.29 g 9%
- Total Fat 2.04 g Low Source 3%
- Saturated Fat 0.71 g Low Source 4%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 2.34 mg Low Source 1%
- Sodium 73.47 mg Low Source 3%
- Dietary Fiber 2.29 g Low Source 8%
- Total Sugars 1.94 g --
- Added Sugars 1.66 g Low Source 3%
- Calcium 53.52 mg Low Source 4%
- Iron 1.05 mg Low Source 6%
- Potassium 0.0 mg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin A 0.63 mcg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin C 1.65 mg Low Source 2%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Corn 🌽
- Garlic 🧄
About This Recipe
South of the Border Veggie Burger Patties is made with 9 ingredients and serves 12. It takes about 50 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include All Purpose Flour, Black Beans, Cajun Seasoning, and Garlic. Each serving provides about 136.82 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is South-of-the-Border Veggie Burger Patties made of?
- The main ingredients are All-Purpose Flour, Black Beans, Cajun Seasoning, Garlic, Olive Oil. The full list of 9 is above.
- How long does it take to make South-of-the-Border Veggie Burger Patties?
- About 50 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 35 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 136.82 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is South-of-the-Border Veggie Burger Patties easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 9 ingredients and 5 steps.
- Is South-of-the-Border Veggie Burger Patties healthy?
- South-of-the-Border Veggie Burger Patties has an easyChef Pro health score of 48/100. Per serving, it provides 136.82 calories and 4.06 g of protein, or 8% of the Daily Value. It contains Milk, Wheat, Gluten, Corn and Garlic, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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