Ingredients

  • 4 cups Vegetable Broth
  • 1- 1/2 cup Dried Split Peas, Rinsed
  • 2 whole Sweet Potatoes, Cubed, Skin On
  • 13 cups Chopped Red Onion
  • 1/4 cups Shredded Carrots
  • 1 teaspoon Minced Garlic
  • 1 whole Egg
  • 1/2 teaspoons Salt
  • 1/4 teaspoons Ground Black Pepper
  • 3/4 teaspoons Smoked Paprika
  • 1/2 cups Rolled Oats, Finely Ground In A Food Processor
  • 3 Tablespoons Olive Oil, Divided
  • Olive Oil Spray
  • 2 teaspoons Minced Garlic
  • 1/2 whole Large Red Onion, Chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Brown Sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Mayonnaise
  • 3 Tablespoons Crumbled Feta Cheese
  • 2 dashes Salt And Pepper, to taste

Method

  • For the burgers: Bring broth to a boil in a pot, then add split peas.
  • Reduce heat to medium and cook for 45-60 minutes, or until peas are softened.
  • Drain off the broth.
  • While peas cook, bring a large pot of water to boil.
  • Add cubed sweet potatoes and cook for 12-15 minutes or until soft.
  • Drain.
  • Add sweet potatoes into a large bowl and mash well.
  • Add the split peas and mash gently (try to not break up all of the peas).
  • Stir in remaining burger ingredients, except the oats and oil.
  • Add oats last, starting with 1/3 cup, then adding more if the mixture is too wet.
  • Cover bowl and place mixture in the refrigerator for two hours.
  • Once cooled, form 12 patties from the mixture, each about 1/2 thick and 4-5 wide.
  • To cook: Heat 2 teaspoons of olive oil in a large non-stick pan over medium heat.
  • Place 2-3 patties in the pan and cook for 5 minutes per side, or until golden brown.
  • Transfer to a plate and cover to keep warm while you cook the remaining patties (add 2 teaspoons olive oil to the pan before you cook each batch).
  • Serve warm topped with aioli and other toppings of choice on a soft bun.
  • For the aioli: Heat a non-stick pan over medium-high heat.
  • Spray with olive oil spray, then add garlic and onions.
  • Saute for 4-5 minutes, then sprinkle with brown sugar.
  • Cook for 3-4 additional minutes, stirring frequently.
  • Remove from heat.
  • Add onion mixture to a small food processor and pulse to combine it with the mayo and feta.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve immediately on burgers, or cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
  • Nutrition Info per 1 burger: 126 calories, 4 g fat, 5.5 g protein, 12 g carbohydrates, 5 g fiber