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Costco Veggie Burger

Costco Veggie Burger Recipe

I make these Costco veggie burgers crispy in a skillet, then layer them with melty Havarti, fresh cucumber, tomato, onion, and a sprinkle of Parmesan. I serve them with sautéed asparagus and toasted pine nuts for a simple but gourmet-style meal at home.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 People
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Vegetarian
Calories: 410
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Burger Ingredients
  • 4 Costco veggie burger patties Cook from frozen
  • 4 Sandwich thins OraWheat 9-Grain or similar
  • 4 slices Havarti cheese Or Monterey Jack
  • 1 Tomato Thinly sliced
  • 1 Cucumber Thinly sliced
  • 1/2 Red onion Thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese Light sprinkle on each burger
  • 24 spears Fresh asparagus Trim tough ends
  • 1 cup Pine nuts Toasted in skillet
  • 3 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil For cooking patties + veggies
  • 1/2 tsp Salt Or to taste
  • 1/2 tsp Black pepper Or to taste

Equipment

  • 1 9-inch skillet Nonstick or cast iron both work
  • 1 Spatula For flipping patties without breaking
  • 1 Toaster For crisping sandwich thins
  • 1 Cutting board For slicing toppings
  • 1 Sharp knife Makes thin slicing easier
  • 1 Tongs Optional, but great for asparagus

Method
 

Step 1:
  1. Heat a 9-inch skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Let it warm for about 30 seconds.
    Costco Veggie Burger
Step 2:
  1. lace the frozen Costco veggie burger patties into the skillet. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes on the first side until golden and crisp.
    Costco Veggie Burger
Step 3:
  1. Add the asparagus spears around the patties. Drizzle 1 tablespoon olive oil over the asparagus so it cooks evenly.
    Costco Veggie Burger
Step 4:
  1. Add pine nuts to an open spot in the skillet. Stir often and toast for 1 to 2 minutes until lightly golden and fragrant.
    Costco Veggie Burger
Step 5:
  1. Flip the patties carefully. Stir the asparagus and pine nuts. Cook another 3 to 4 minutes until the patties are heated through and the asparagus is lightly crisp.
    Costco Veggie Burger
Step 6:
  1. Toast the sandwich thins in a toaster on high until crisp and golden.
    Costco Veggie Burger
Step 7:
  1. Place the toasted buns on plates. Add Havarti cheese slices to the bottom halves while the bread is still warm.
    Costco Veggie Burger
Step 8:
  1. Add one veggie patty on top of each cheese slice. Layer tomato, cucumber, and onion on top.
    Costco Veggie Burger
Step 9:
  1. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over the toppings and season lightly with salt and black pepper.
    Costco Veggie Burger
Step 10:
  1. Add the top bun, press gently, and serve right away with asparagus and toasted pine nuts on the side.
    Costco Veggie Burger

Notes

  • I always recommend skillet cooking for the best crispy texture. Microwaving works in a pinch, but the patties come out soft.
  • Pine nuts burn fast, so keep stirring them and remove them as soon as they turn golden.
  • For extra flavor, I sometimes add a little garlic aioli or sriracha mayo, but I keep it light so the veggie patty still shines.
  • Store leftover cooked patties in the fridge for up to 3 days, and reheat in a skillet or air fryer for best texture.