Chunky Portabella Veggie Burgers

This picture might not do them justice, but these were AMAZING!  It's not summer but that doesn't mean you can't eat burgers or make them at home!  I don't think I ever need to eat a normal burger again!

INGREDIENTS:

• 2 cups portabella mushrooms, cubed; gills removed
• 2 cups cooked black beans, rinsed and divided
• 2 cups minced broccoli, fresh only
• 1/2 cup red onion, minced
• 3 eggs, beaten
• 1/ cup plus 2 Tbsp. Panko or Whole Wheat breadcrumbs
• 1 Tbsp Montreal Steak Seasoning
• 1 Tbsp Worcestershire 
• 2 Tbsp minced garlic
• 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• Olive oil

***I minced the broccoli and onion in my food processor!

DIRECTIONS:

1. In a large bowl add 1 cup of black beans and mash with a masher (chunks are OK).
2. Next, add in the mushrooms, the rest of the beans, broccoli, garlic, onion, and steak seasoning.
3. Mix until coated.
4. Add in the eggs, cheese, and bread crumbs and mix gently with a large spoon until the mixture is combined.
5. Set aside while you place a medium non-stick pan over medium heat and add 2 Tbsp Olive oil.
6. Once the oil starts to heat up, using dampened hands (the mixture will stick to you if you don't), scoop a 1/2 cup of the mixture into the palm of your hand and gently shape into a burger while pressing together.  The mixture should hold a burger shape and if it doesn't add additional breadcrumbs.
7. Place the burger into the oil and cook for 3-5 minutes per side or until golden brown and a crust has formed on each side.
8. Serve with hummus, guacamole, steak sauce, or hot sauce.