Sorghum, Mushroom Burger, Avocado Yogurt Spread, Whole Wheat Bun
Regenerative agriculture is a system of farming practices that enhance and restore the health of soil, ecosystem biodiversity, and ultimately works to reduce the effects of climate change. Regenerative agriculture practices include planting cover crops, crop rotation, limiting chemical usage, and no-till systems among other practices.
We have identified regenerative ingredients and incorporated them into creative flavorful recipes. These ingredients include lentils, sorghum, jicama, flax, bok choy, beet greens, farro, and chia. Check out the buyer's guide at the bottom of this post for more information on regenerative agriculture ingredients.
Sorghum, Mushroom Burger, Avocado Yogurt Spread, Whole Wheat Bun
Our sorghum mushroom burger showcases sorghum, a nutrient-rich whole grain, high in B vitamins, fiber, and protein! It's the perfect recipe as the weather warms up and we fire up the grill!
Serving Size: 1 each | Makes 4 Servings
Ingredients
| SORGHUM MUSHROOM BURGER |
| ½ pound Portobello Mushrooms |
| 2 TBSP Canola Oil |
| 2 TBSP Shallots, chopped |
| 2 tsp Garlic Cloves, minced |
| 1 TBSP Low Sodium Soy Sauce |
| 1 TBSP Balsamic Vinegar |
| 1/2 tsp 100% Pure Maple Syrup |
| 1 tsp Smoked Paprika |
| ¼ tsp Red Pepper Flakes |
| ¼ tsp Black Pepper |
| pinch Kosher Salt |
| 1 cup Sorghum, cooked |
| ¼ cup Pumpkin Seeds, hulled |
| 2 TBSP Flaxseeds, ground |
| 2 TBSP cup Water |
| 1/2 cup Panko Breadcrumbs |
| 2 TBSP Cilantro, chopped |
| as needed Cooking Spray |
| AVOCADO GREEK YOGURT DIP |
| 2 tsp Lime Juice |
| 2/3 cup Plain GreekYogurt, fat free |
| ¾ Avocado, sliced |
| 1/8 tsp Black Pepper |
| 1/8 tsp Salt |
| 1 TBSP, 1 tsp Cilantro, chopped |
| ¼ tsp Cumin, ground |
| ASSEMBLE |
| 4 Whole Wheat Hamburger Buns |
Instructions
Avocado Greek Yogurt Dip
- Combine avocado, yogurt, lime juice, cumin, cilantro, salt and pepper in a food processor and blend until smooth. Reserve ½ cup to top burgers and refrigerate the rest for an alternate use.
Sorghum Mushroom Burger
- Remove stems and gills from mushrooms and dice.
- Heat canola oil in a sauté pan. Add shallots and mushrooms and cook until lightly caramelized, about 1-2 minutes. Add garlic to pan and cook until fragrant, about 20-30 seconds.
- Add soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, maple syrup, smoked paprika, red chili flakes, pepper and salt. Cook until liquid is reduced by 50%.
- In a food processor, combine cooked sorghum, mushroom mixture, pumpkin seeds, flax and water. Pulse until mostly smooth. Add panko and cilantro and pulse until combined.
- Prepare a flat top grill with pan spray and sear patties until golden brown on both sides and heated through.
Assemble
- Place each patty on a bottom bun and top with 2 TBSP avocado dip, close with top bun and serve.
Nutrition Information per Serving: 510 calories, 23g fat, 3.5g saturated fat, 580mg sodium, 19g protein, 62g carbohydrates, 9g fiber, 10g sugar
Looking to incorporate more regenerative agriculture ingredients into your day?
Regenerative Agriculture: Buyer's Guide
The crops below positively influence the environment in which they are grown through their ability to positively impact soil health.
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