Air-Fryer Portobello Burgers with Thousand Island Aioli

Juicy and meaty portobello mushrooms crusted in panko and air-fried until crispy. Served on a whole wheat bun with a homemade vegan Thousand Island Aïoli. The creamy sauce is cashew-based, tangy, and sweet. A satisfying plant-based burger that doesn’t compromise on texture or flavor. Perfect for a quick, healthy lunch or dinner.

Air-Fryer Portobello Burgers with Thousand Island Aioli

Prep

20 min

Cook

20 min

Temp

390°F

Difficulty

beginner

Servings

1

Cost

$10

Ingredients

  • 0.25 cup raw cashews
  • 1 tbsp low-sugar ketchup
  • 0.67 cup unsweetened plant milk
  • 1 tbsp chopped onion
  • 2 tsp dill pickle relish
  • 0.33 cup whole wheat panko bread crumbs
  • 3 tbsp nutritional yeast
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.5 tsp onion powder
  • 0.25 tsp smoked paprika
  • 4 count portobello mushrooms
  • 4 count whole wheat hamburger buns
  • 4 leaves Leaf lettuce
  • 4 slices Tomato slices

Instructions

  1. 1

    Blend cashews, ketchup, onion, and milk to make aioli; stir in relish.

  2. 2

    Preheat air fryer to 390°F.

  3. 3

    Mix panko and spices in a bowl.

  4. 4

    Dip mushrooms in milk then panko mix.

  5. 5

    Air-fry mushrooms 7-9 minutes.

  6. 6

    Toast buns in air fryer 1-2 minutes.

  7. 7

    Assemble burgers with aioli, lettuce, and tomato.