Vegetarian Classic Bacon Burger
Savor the mouthwatering flavors of the Vegetarian Classic Bacon Burger, a plant-based twist on the beloved burger classic. This recipe swaps out traditional beef patties for juicy, grilled Portobello mushrooms marinated in a savory blend of olive oil, soy sauce, garlic, and spices, delivering a hearty and satisfying bite. Topped with crispy vegetarian bacon, melted cheddar, fresh lettuce, ripe tomato, and red onion, this burger is a flavor-packed delight that’s as indulgent as it is meat-free. Nestled in toasted hamburger buns and enhanced with a creamy spread of mayo and ketchup, this easy-to-make recipe comes together in just 35 minutes, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or backyard barbecues. Whether you're a longtime vegetarian or simply exploring meatless options, this burger will have you coming back for seconds!
Try SnapCalorie's FREE AI assisted nutrition tracking free in the App store or on Android.
Scan with your phone to download!
Ingredients
- 4 large caps Portobello mushrooms
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 4 pieces Vegetarian bacon strips
- 4 whole Hamburger buns
- 4 large Lettuce leaves
- 8 slices Tomato slices
- 8 slices Red onion slices
- 4 slices Cheddar cheese slices
- 4 tablespoons Mayonnaise
- 4 tablespoons Ketchup
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
Step 2
In a small bowl, mix olive oil, garlic powder, soy sauce, salt, and black pepper.
Step 3
Brush the Portobello mushroom caps on both sides with the olive oil mixture.
Step 4
Place the mushroom caps on the grill, gill side down, and cook for 5-7 minutes.
Step 5
Flip the mushrooms and cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until tender.
Step 6
While the mushrooms are grilling, cook the vegetarian bacon strips in a pan over medium heat until crispy, about 2-3 minutes on each side.
Step 7
Lightly toast the hamburger buns on the grill for 1-2 minutes until golden brown.
Step 8
Assemble the burgers by spreading a tablespoon of mayonnaise and a tablespoon of ketchup on the bottom half of each bun.
Step 9
Place a grilled mushroom cap on each bun and top with a slice of cheddar cheese.
Step 10
Add two slices of tomato, two slices of red onion, a lettuce leaf, and a strip of crispy vegetarian bacon on top of each mushroom.
Step 11
Top with the remaining half of the bun and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1389.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2033.7 |
| Total Fat 143.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 42.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 159.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5318.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 137.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 75.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 31.3g | |
| Protein 118.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 1.5IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1046.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 11.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3080.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories