Vegan Nutritional Yeast and Tvp Veggie Burgers

Packed with plant-based goodness, these Vegan Nutritional Yeast and TVP Veggie Burgers are a flavorful and protein-rich alternative to traditional patties. The recipe combines hearty textured vegetable protein (TVP) rehydrated in warm vegetable broth with savory ingredients like soy sauce, smoked paprika, and nutritional yeast for a umami-packed bite. A blend of breadcrumbs and flour ensures the perfect texture, while sautéed onions and garlic add a fragrant, homemade touch. Quick to prepare in just 30 minutes, these vegan burgers are pan-fried to golden perfection, making them ideal for weeknight dinners or summer barbecues. Serve them on a bun with your favorite toppings—think creamy avocado, crisp lettuce, or tangy vegan mayo—for a satisfying meal that's both delicious and versatile. Perfect for vegans, vegetarians, or anyone craving a wholesome, meat-free burger.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Textured Vegetable Protein (TVP)
• 1 cup Hot vegetable broth
• 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 0.25 cup Nutritional yeast
• 0.5 cup All-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour blend)
• 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs (or gluten-free breadcrumbs)
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil (for cooking)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized bowl, combine the TVP and hot vegetable broth. Stir well, cover, and let it sit for 5-7 minutes, or until the TVP has absorbed the liquid and softened.

Step 2

In a frying pan over medium heat, sauté the finely chopped onion in 1 tablespoon of olive oil for about 3-4 minutes, or until translucent. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.

Step 3

Transfer the hydrated TVP to a large mixing bowl. Add the sautéed onion and garlic, nutritional yeast, flour, breadcrumbs, soy sauce, tomato paste, smoked paprika, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper.

Step 4

Mix the ingredients together thoroughly until a thick, moldable mixture forms. If the mixture is too dry, add a small splash of water or vegetable broth; if too wet, add more breadcrumbs.

Step 5

Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each portion into a burger patty.

Step 6

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and heated through.

Step 7

Serve the veggie burgers on buns with your favorite toppings, such as lettuce, tomato, avocado, or vegan mayo.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(762.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1467.9

Total Fat 34.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3735.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 171.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 35.6g	0%
Total Sugars 18.0g
Protein 122.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 476.4mg	0%
Iron 26.0mg	0%
Potassium 4590.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 20.8%

Protein: 33.1%

Carbs: 46.2%