Wild Rice Hamburgers on a bun with broccoli florrets

Wild Rice Hamburgers

First Nations Development Institute
Want to lighten up those burgers while helping to keep them moist and delicious?  If so, definitely give this recipe a shot. Some restaurants use a very similar version to help meat like ground duck stick together while cooking. The wild rice’s flavor and texture add a subtle yet unique character.

Ingredients 

  • 1 pound Ground Beef
  • 2 cups Wild Rice Cooked
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 Tablespoon Chopped Herbs Thyme, rosemary, and/or oregano
  • Salt & Pepper To taste

Equipment

  • Stovetop Or grill
  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • Large Skillet

Instructions

  • Thoroughly mix the wild rice, ground beef and optional ingredients, if desired, in a large bowl until the texture is consistent.
  • Form into patties and grill or cook, and then serve like a standard hamburger.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Wild Rice Hamburgers
Amount per Serving
Calories
 
576
Calories from Fat 216
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
24
g
37
%
Saturated Fat
 
9
g
56
%
Trans Fat
 
1
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
10
g
Cholesterol
 
81
mg
27
%
Sodium
 
82
mg
4
%
Potassium
 
654
mg
19
%
Carbohydrates
 
60
g
20
%
Fiber
 
5
g
21
%
Sugar
 
2
g
2
%
Protein
 
31
g
62
%
Vitamin A
 
15
IU
0
%
Vitamin C
 
0.5
mg
1
%
Calcium
 
40
mg
4
%
Iron
 
4
mg
22
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Keyword Black Pepper, Fresh Thyme, Garlic, Ground Beef, Oregano, Rosemary, Salt, Wild Rice
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