Easy & incredibly tasty White Bean Artichoke Burgers with hints of lemon & rosemary. Perfect served with lots of gloriously green guacamole & a dribble of hot sauce!
Happy Canada Day! The weather is absolutely beautiful so we are kicking off our long weekend with a BBQ tonight. My Grilled Baby Potatoes with Rosemary will certainly be making an appearance, and what BBQ is complete without veggie burgers?
DO GRILL-ABLE VEGGIE BURGERS EXIST?
I’ve tried to grill many veggie burger recipes and ended up hungry and frustrated when they have fallen to pieces, slipped down through the grate and gone up in flames. It’s not only a huge disappointment but also a real waste of food.
My Vegan Black Bean Lime Burgers are one of the most popular recipes on the blog, but I have yet to try them on the grill. I did intend to a couple of weeks ago but discovered I was out of black beans at the last moment. I didn’t have time to go to the store so had to make do with what I did have which was a tin of lima beans and a tin of artichoke hearts.
THESE MY FRIENDS, ARE GRILL-ABLE!
I whipped some veggie burgers up in five minutes flat and after refrigerating them for a while, put them on the grill to cook with fingers crossed. I couldn’t believe it when they held together and grilled up perfectly!
These White Bean Artichoke Burgers are really easy to make. You don’t even need a food processor. You simply combine the ingredients, shape them into patties and refrigerate until needed. You can make them up to a few days ahead (as long as you keep them well covered in the fridge so they don’t dry up) and they grill perfectly. You can also cook them in the oven or in a pan.
LEMON & ROSEMARY IS THE PERFECT COMBO
The burgers have subtle white bean and artichoke flavours which are enhanced by the addition of some lemon zest and rosemary. They develop a lovely crust on the outside but remain soft and moist on the inside. I love to serve them with lots of guacamole and some hot sauce. Sriracha goes particularly well with them, as does my Fiery Habanero Hot Sauce.
If you love the white bean and artichoke combo be sure to check out my White Bean Artichoke Sandwich Filling recipe. It’s awesome!
LET ME KNOW WHAT YOU THINK ABOUT THESE WHITE BEAN ARTICHOKE BURGERS
If you give these White Bean Artichoke Burgers a try please let me know! Leave a comment below or tag a picture #virtualvegan on Instagram so I can see how yours turned out. I will try grilling my Vegan Black Bean Lime Burgers soon and I will update the recipe if it works. Hopefully you will end up with two grillable veggie burger options!
White Bean Artichoke Burgers
Ingredients
- ½ medium onion finely chopped
- 14oz | 2 cups white beans drained I used cannellini beans but lima or great northern would also work
- 14oz | 2 cups canned artichoke hearts drained & chopped
- 4 cloves of garlic chopped finely
- 90g | 1 cup rolled oats or quick oats
- 1 teaspoon chopped rosemary dried or fresh
- zest of 1 lemon
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Saute the onion in a pan until golden brown. I used a dry fry pan but you can use a little drop of oil of you prefer.
- Add the beans to a bowl and mash roughly with a potato masher. You just want them a bit crushed.
- Put the oats in a food processor or blender & pulse a few times. You want them broken up into smaller pieces. They don't have to be as fine as flour.
- Add the oats to the beans then add all of the other ingredients.
- Get your hands in the bowl and squidge everything together well with your fingers.
- Shape into 4 patties and squeeze together really well with your fingers. Then place on a tray /plate covered with baking parchment or a Silpat . Cover with cling wrap and refrigerate for at least one hour. It's fine to leave them up to a couple of days.
To cook on a grill
- Place on a hot grill and leave to cook until a nice crust develops then turn over. Time depends on how hot your grill is. Mine took about 10 minutes each side.
- Remove from the grill and serve immediately.
To cook in an oven
- Put the burgers on a lined tray and bake them in the oven on 350°F until heated through (about 30 minutes).
To cook in a fry pan or skillet
- Heat the fry pan/skillet with a small drop go oil.
- When very hot add the burger patties.
- Turn over once a nice golden crust has formed on one side (10 mins max) then cook until a golden crust forms on the other other side.
Nutrition
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Mjn1990 says
January 15, 2019 at 5:21 pmThese were amazing! We used oregano in place of rosemary and gluten-free breadcrumbs instead of oat flour. I’m definitely keeping this recipe in my arsenal.
Sandy says
January 13, 2019 at 4:47 amI love these burgers! I made them the first time exactly as specified and they were delicious! I then ran out of artichokes so the second time I tried hearts of palm. The taste was still good, but they were a bit too moist. I wish I would have added a TBSP of flax meal, that might have helped. I now have more artichokes in my pantry so I’m making them again this morning. Thank you for such a delightful recipe!
A Virtual Vegan says
January 13, 2019 at 11:59 amI’m so pleased you are enjoying the recipe Sandy!
Anne says
July 6, 2018 at 12:02 pmThese were delicious and YES you really can grill them! Thank you so much for sharing this recipe!
Can I freeze them before I cook them?
A Virtual Vegan says
July 7, 2018 at 9:27 pmI haven’t tried freezing them uncooked. I have frozen them cooked though, then reheated them in the oven straight from the freezer and they were fine. Maybe try with just one as an experiment next time you make them? I’m so pleased you enjoyed them though. Thank you for stopping by to leave feedback!
Hannah says
June 20, 2018 at 10:07 amI made these a while ago and forgot to come back to thank you! The fact that I’m still thinking about them a month later is a pretty good sign though, right?
I didn’t modify the recipe at all, but I don’t think I drained the beans or the artichokes quite enough, so my patties were a bit wet and sort of fell apart in the frying pan (this is probably also because I got impatient and pulled them out of the fridge before they’d chilled for a full hour). Still, despite my best attempts to mess them, up, they were still SO SO tasty. My meat-loving boyfriend devoured his, and I couldn’t get enough of the amazing flavor combo.
I think it’s time to make a second attempt at these, and this time I’ll do an even better job. Thanks for sharing!
A Virtual Vegan says
June 20, 2018 at 12:32 pmThat’s great Hannah. I’m so pleased you enjoyed them. And yes, draining everything really well is important, as is squeezing the patties together really well in your hands and the chilling step. If you do all of that your 2nd attempt will be great!
Brandon P says
May 30, 2018 at 5:45 pmIf the patties must chill for at least an hour…that’s part of the prep time…can’t be ready to make in 15 minutes which means it’s not actually ‘prepped’…
A Virtual Vegan says
May 30, 2018 at 10:14 pmPrep time is actual hands on time. The hour they are in the fridge is hands off. You aren’t actually doing/prepping anything. Since this recipe was written I have had my recipe card updated so that I have an extra section to add hands off time too. You will see it in my newer recipes.
Brandon P says
May 31, 2018 at 5:38 pmThank you for the clarification. I left them in the fridge overnight and will be making them tonight!
Trixie says
March 17, 2018 at 11:19 pmI rarely follow recipes to a t but I did with this one and they were amazing! A perfect amount of flavor that can be enhanced with complementary toppings but can also take on whatever flavors you want to throw on there. Props to a vegan burger that doesn’t taste like bean mush and also totally stayed together. I just wanted to know if you refrigerated or froze any burgers before, or after, cooking them? I have some leftovers and I’m just guessing the best way to store them
A Virtual Vegan says
March 18, 2018 at 5:49 pmSo glad you enjoyed them Trixie! We never have any leftover when I make them but I think they would keep easily for 3 – 4 days in the fridge, cooked or uncooked. I think they would freeze well too. I’m not sure if they would get soggy and fall apart when cooking after freezing them raw, but if you freeze them once they are cooked I am sure they would be fine. Just separate them with some parchment paper then reheat in the oven.
Dana says
March 12, 2018 at 6:02 pmThese are delicious! I made some changes: I used home cooked navy beans, added a chopped jalapeño, and used a jar of hearts of palm since I didn’t have artichoke hearts. I think that was a perfect substitute! Also I added a flax egg to help with binding and I baked in the oven (at 425) instead of cooking on the grill. Lemony deliciousness!
A Virtual Vegan says
March 12, 2018 at 9:16 pmSo glad that you enjoyed them and were able to adapt them to suit your needs! Thank you for stopping by to leave feedback. It’s much appreciated!
Vivi says
February 4, 2018 at 5:37 pmHi,
The receipe looks great and would love to try it.
However, I need to keep the carb content as low as possible..
Could I replace the oats for something else with less carb content? Any suggestions?
Thank you very much.
A Virtual Vegan says
February 5, 2018 at 9:40 amI haven’t tried making them with anything other than oats. In burgers something absorbent is generally needed, so oats, breadcrumbs are good options. Both high carb though. Flax seed might work?
Chris says
October 24, 2017 at 6:29 pmThese were really good! I made them with chickpeas and added grated carrots just to get another veggie in for the day. I cooked in a pan with a very small amount of grape seed oil. We ate them over raw spinich with some horse radish and vegan cheese. We would make these again. Thanks for sharing… I’m new at this and needed ideas.
A Virtual Vegan says
October 24, 2017 at 6:33 pmSo glad you enjoyed them!
Elizabeth says
October 5, 2017 at 5:26 pmI just made these amazing burgers, and they truly are scrumptious! I pre-cooked the garlic and rosemary along with the onion; and formed 20 little patties rissole-style. I think these are going to be a regular meal in my kitchen from here on. Thanks so much for creating these gems, and sharing the recipe with us!
A Virtual Vegan says
October 5, 2017 at 6:08 pmI’m thrilled you enjoyed them so much. Thank you so much for letting me know!
Pongodhall says
August 18, 2017 at 9:06 amWhat would the best thing to use instead if artichoke?
Just can’t get them here, and, I have the feeling they would be a bit expensive too, I tend to go to a budget.
Lovely burgers in general, not complex, not to dear so they work well for a pensioner.
A Virtual Vegan says
August 18, 2017 at 10:44 amI can’t think of anything that would work instead of the canned artichokes here. They make up such a large percentage of the burgers and are pretty unique in flavour and texture. I suppose you could just use more beans and up the seasoning a bit? Perhaps sautéed leeks or more onions? You could try this recipe instead. It’s a really popular one and pretty cheap to make. https://avirtualvegan.com/zesty-black-bean-burgers-2/
Pongodhall says
August 19, 2017 at 12:15 pmThank you, I will go to that one and see.
Jess says
January 26, 2017 at 9:30 pmThese were so yummy! I added chopped pepperchinis in the mix for a spicy kick and went perfect together. Thank you for this easy and super tasty recipe
A Virtual Vegan says
January 26, 2017 at 9:49 pmThat’s an awesome idea! I will try it next time I make them. So glad you enjoyed them and thank you for stopping by to let me know! ????
Katie says
January 4, 2017 at 4:18 pmThese are so good and the mixture would make a great base for the start of a vegan tuna salad!
A Virtual Vegan says
January 4, 2017 at 4:23 pmThank you Katie. I’m so glad you like them and what an awesome idea!!! I can totally see that working. I am going to try it and if it works out I will credit you for the idea. Watch this space….
Katie says
January 9, 2017 at 12:07 pmAwesome!
Molly says
July 5, 2016 at 2:08 pmLoved the combination of beans with artichoke. Delicious and full of flavor.
A Virtual Vegan says
July 5, 2016 at 2:16 pmThanks Molly. Let me know what you think :O)
Mary Ellen @ VNutrition says
July 5, 2016 at 7:39 amI have been loving your veggie burgers lately. I made the garlic-y kale ones for a bbq for the 4th and everyone loved them! These will be my next ones to try!
Thanks so much for linking up with us again for #HealthyVeganFridays! I’m Pinning and sharing!
A Virtual Vegan says
July 5, 2016 at 8:30 amThanks Mary Ellen. I’m glad you are enjoying my recipes and thanks so much for the pin and share!
kimmythevegan says
July 3, 2016 at 9:50 pmHappy (belated) Canada Day!!! I have not had luck making burgers in the past, but I may try this recipe out as it sounds good and is gluten-free. I LOVE artichoke hearts =)
A Virtual Vegan says
July 3, 2016 at 10:32 pmThank you! You should give homemade burgers another chance. You can’t beat them!
The Vegan 8 says
July 3, 2016 at 11:03 amI love white beans and I love artichokes, so I’d be all over these! Yum!! Love all that hot sauce, deeeelish!
A Virtual Vegan says
July 3, 2016 at 8:07 pmThanks Brandi. Hot sauce goes so well with white beans!
Vegan Heaven says
July 3, 2016 at 7:51 amI’m a HUGE fan of artichokes, so I really gotta try this burger!! What a creative recipe, Melanie! :-)
A Virtual Vegan says
July 3, 2016 at 8:08 pmThanks so much Sina. Let me know why you think if you try it :O)
Alisa Fleming says
July 2, 2016 at 10:56 amI love white bean and artichoke dip but never thought to enjoy this combo in any other format. Burgers sound delicious!
A Virtual Vegan says
July 2, 2016 at 6:59 pmThanks Alisa. They are a great combo, in dip and burgers!
Sophia | Veggies Don't Bite says
July 1, 2016 at 8:33 pmThese sound SO good! I’m drooling right now. I am a veggie burger fanatic, totally need to make these!! And I’d put more than a drizzle of hot sauce. LOL!
A Virtual Vegan says
July 1, 2016 at 9:09 pmThanks so much Sophia. And “yay” for spicy food! I LOVE hot sauce and always use way more than a drizzle too. I am aware that most people don’t have my tolerance for chili though hence using the term “drizzle” and not “drown”! Feel free to “drown” yours ;o)
Christine says
July 1, 2016 at 1:59 pmWow, that’s gonna be satisfying! :-)
A Virtual Vegan says
July 1, 2016 at 4:03 pmThey really are!
Aimee says
July 1, 2016 at 11:36 amThe texture of these look great! Really really really wish I was eating one of these right now. It’s been grey and miserable all day but now the sun is just picking up before it sets and I would love to have this with a bun and some fries… that would be heaven!
A Virtual Vegan says
July 1, 2016 at 4:05 pmA big fresh bun, salad and fries are just the perfect accompaniment! Thanks Aimee :O)
Linda @ Veganosity says
July 1, 2016 at 10:36 amThese sound so good. I love artichokes, but I’ve never had them in a burger. It’s so great that they hold up on the grill!
A Virtual Vegan says
July 1, 2016 at 4:04 pmThey are fab in burgers!Thanks Linda :O)
A Virtual Vegan says
July 1, 2016 at 9:46 amThanks Rebecca. I totally agree about artichokes…I love them!
Becky says
July 1, 2016 at 7:19 amThese look so amazing!!
A Virtual Vegan says
July 1, 2016 at 8:04 amThanks Becky :O)