Before we dive into burgers, I wanted to give a few updates on the cookbook! My friends have been sharing recipes from the cookbook this week and I think they are hitting it out of the park with these recipes adaptions and photos. So gorgeous! Be sure to check out the recipes:
Socca Pizza with Summer Squash and Feta from Kathryne of Cookie and Kate (GF)
Nut Flour Crepes with Roasted Fruit from Shanna + Tim of Food Loves Writing (GF)
Vanilla Bean Millet Porridge with Lavender Strawberries + Super Seeds from Laura of The First Mess (Vegan + GF)
Sweet Potato and Lentil Gnocchi from Kathryn of London Bakes (GF)
Okay, enough book talk, on to burger business.
When I worked as a waitress my last year of school, I had my one favorite meal: a veg burger with grilled onions on rye bread. It wasn't anything too complicated but I think it was the combination the rye bread with the grilled onions. I don't always keep rye bread in the house so my typical version is usually just this brown rice burger topped with a bit of grilled onions, however, if I find a fresh loaf of rye bread, I pick it up and make these patty melts.
I explained in the post about these burgers that they aren't your no-fuss veg burger and are a bit soft/crumble easier than some other recipes. Yet, the flavor of the oats, brown rice, and nuts is such a winning combination (like in this buffalo 'crumble' salad!) And of course, you can't go wrong grilled onions.
PrintBrown Rice, Oat, and Nut Vegetarian Patty Melt
- Yield: 2 1x
Ingredients
- 1 recipe for Brown Rice, Oat, and Nut Veg Burger
- ½ red onion
- 1 tablespoon olive oil, divided
- 2 slices of swiss cheese
- 4 pieces of rye bread
Instructions
- Make burgers as normal. Light grill (with grill pan) or a grill pan on the stove top. Slice onion into ⅛" slices and brush with ½ tablespoon olive oil. Grill onions along side burgers until onions are lightly charring. Stack a few rings of onions on the burger and top with sliced cheese. Transfer burger to a low-heat spot on the grill and let sit as cheese melts.
- Brush rye bread with remaining ½ tablespoon and place on grill. Let bread toast for 1-2 minutes on each side. Assemble burger and devour.
Notes
*alternatively, instead of grilling the onions, use caramelized onions.
Abby @ The Frosted Vegan says
Grilled onions all the way! It feels so fancy, but so easy! : )
maria tadic says
grilled rye bread and onions is a match made in heaven! I love it so much! I will have to try these veggie burgers and get away from my regular tempeh slices!!
Meg@ Beard and Bonnet says
This looks SO stinkin' good!!!!
Medha @ Whisk & Shout says
Ahhh this looks amazing! My stomach is rumbling... and I just ate lunch 🙂
Stephanie @ Girl Versus Dough says
I literally gasped when I saw this recipe because I've always wanted to try/come up with a vegetarian version of a patty melt (so I can eat it more often, of course ;)). YUM.
Katrina @ Warm Vanilla Sugar says
This patty looks so delicious!! Awesome recipe!
Millie l Add A Little says
These looks super tasty!! I love any bean or nut burger so this is right up my street!
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Kathryn says
Love this unique take on a burger + the combination of flavours/textures you've used.
Marie @ Little Kitchie says
Looks and sounds fantastic!
Tina | Mademoiselle Gourmande says
Absolutely amazing! Looks soooo good! How can you go wrong with swiss cheese and onions on a burger? I love to add a bit of good quality balsamic vinegar to the onions at the end, makes them event better... 🙂
cheri says
Hi Erin, You hit it out of the ball park with your book....I can't get enough of your recipes, they are all so delicious and your photos are beautiful. Thank you.
Olivia - Primavera Kitchen says
This recipe are absolutely gorgeous - I just want to dive right in!
Joanne says
New veggie burger recipes are always welcome in my kitchen! I haven't had a melt in ages. Total comfort food.
It's been so fun seeing all the adaptations of recipes from your book!
Egginon says
MMMmmm what a great way to eat a veggie patty - as a melt. Looks great!