Vegetarian burger recipe: Easy-to-cook recipe for people with Myasthenia Gravis
Preparing a meal can be challenging when myasthenia gravis drains your energy or causes arm weakness and blurred vision. This flavour-packed vegetarian burger is designed to ease that burden.
Inspired by Alicia*, who lives with MG, the recipe can be made in advance with minimal effort. Using tools like a food processor and patty press reduces strain, and pre-chopping ingredients or freezing the patties ensures you have a quick, nutritious meal ready when fatigue hits.
Ingredients
- 400g of black beans, drained and rinsed
- ½ red onion, chopped
- 1 small garlic clove (or 1 tablespoon garlic powder)
- ¼ cup fresh coriander (optional)
- 1 egg
- ½ cup breadcrumbs (ready-to-use)
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (optional)
- 4 soft rolls of bread
vegetarian burger recipe
Directions
- Blend the ingredients: In a food processor or blender, combine the black beans, onion, garlic, and coriander (if using). Blend until the mixture is mostly smooth but with some texture.
Tips: For an easier preparation, you can use pre-chopped onion and ready-to-use coriander. - Add remaining ingredients: Add the egg, breadcrumbs, salt, smoked paprika, onion powder, and black pepper. Blend again until everything is well combined.
- Form the burgers: Take a small amount of the mixture and form it into 4 small patties, then flatten them slightly.
- Cook the burgers: Heat a non-stick frying pan over medium heat. Add a little olive oil (optional). Cook the patties for about 4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Assemble: Place the cooked patties on the lightly toasted rolls. You can add toppings like tomatoes or lettuce, depending on the person's ability to chop or chew them easily.
Please consult your healthcare team for which recipes are best for your dietary needs, whether any modifications would be appropriate, and consider any allergies or dietary restrictions before making these recipes.
*Inspired by a recipe featured on mg-united.com, a site for U.S. readers, which has been contributed by individuals living with myasthenia gravis.
EU-UNB-25-00059 - Date of preparation: July 2025
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