Ingredients:
2 (16 ounce) packages firm tofu
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 cups diced onions
1 cup peeled and grated carrots
1 cup diced bell peppers
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried dill
2/3 cup chopped walnuts
1 cup breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons tahini
2 tablespoons light miso
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 -2 tablespoon Dijon mustard (optional)
Directions:
Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F.
Generously oil baking sheet.
Place tofu between two plates, and rest heavy weight on top plate.
Press for about 15 minutes.
Drain off liquid from bottom plate.
Meanwhile, heat oil in skillet, and saute onions, carrots, peppers, oregano, basil and dill for about 7 minutes, or until vegetables are just tender.
Crumble pressed tofu into large bowl.
Stir in walnuts, bread crumbs, tahini, miso, soy sauce and mustard, if using.
Add sauteed vegetables, and mix well.
Using about 3/4 cup burger mix per burger, form 8 patties by hand, and place on baking sheet about 2 inches apart.
Bake for about 30 minutes, or until burgers are firm and browned.
Serve hot.
Enjoy!
Servings: 8
Time preparation: 20 min.
Time total: 65 min.