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Veggie Burger Benedict

A hearty veggie burger patty topped with a perfectly poached egg and a creamy, tangy mustard sauce, served with sautéed spinach and roasted tomatoes. This vegetarian twist on eggs Benedict is a satisfying and elegant meal.

Total time
35 min
Servings
2
Calories
450
Protein
22g
Veggie Burger Benedict
comfortingindulgentAmericanvegetariangluten-freevegetariancreamytender

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Cut the tomato into 4 thick slices, toss with 1 tbsp olive oil, and arrange on a baking sheet. Roast until softened and slightly charred, about 15 minutes.

  2. Step 2

    While tomatoes roast, cook the 2 veggie burger patties in a skillet over medium heat with 1 tbsp olive oil until browned and heated through, about 4 minutes per side. Keep warm.

  3. Step 3

    Poach the 2 eggs: bring a pot of water to a gentle simmer, add a splash of vinegar if you have it, then slide in each egg and cook until whites are set but yolks are still runny, about 3 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon.

  4. Step 4

    In a small bowl, whisk together the 3 tbsp mayonnaise, 1 tbsp Dijon mustard, and the juice of half a lemon to make the sauce. Season with salt and pepper.

  5. Step 5

    In the same skillet, wilt the 2 cups spinach over medium heat until just tender, about 2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

  6. Step 6

    To serve, place each patty on a plate, top with wilted spinach, a poached egg, and roasted tomato slices. Drizzle generously with the mustard sauce and garnish with lemon zest or fresh herbs if you like.

  7. Step 7

    Serve immediately, with extra sauce on the side.

Tools you’ll need

  • baking sheet
  • skillet
  • pot for poaching
  • slotted spoon
  • small bowl

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