Curried Vegetable Burgers

Packed with vibrant vegetables and bold spices, these Curried Vegetable Burgers are a plant-based twist on a classic comfort food. Made with nutrient-rich ingredients like sweet potato, carrot, zucchini, spinach, and protein-packed chickpeas, these burgers are seasoned with aromatic curry powder, cumin, and paprika for a flavorful kick. The combination of rolled oats and mashed vegetables creates a perfectly tender patty with just the right amount of texture. Quickly pan-seared for a golden crust and then baked for a hearty finish, these vegetarian burgers are a satisfying and healthy choice for lunch or dinner. Serve them on toasted buns with your favorite toppings—think crisp lettuce, juicy tomatoes, and a dollop of tangy yogurt sauce or chutney—for a wholesome, globally inspired meal that’s easy to prepare in under an hour. Perfect for vegetarians, vegans (with a simple swap), and anyone looking to enjoy a flavorful boost of plant-based goodness!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 medium sweet potato
• 1 large carrot
• 1 medium zucchini
• 2 cups spinach
• 1.5 cups cooked chickpeas
• 1 cup rolled oats
• 1 small onion
• 2 garlic cloves
• 2 teaspoons curry powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

Peel and cube the sweet potato. Grate the carrot and zucchini. Finely chop the onion and garlic.

Step 3

Steam or microwave the sweet potato cubes until soft, about 8–10 minutes.

Step 4

In a food processor, pulse the cooked chickpeas until they are broken into small pieces but not fully pureed.

Step 5

Transfer the chickpeas to a large mixing bowl. Add the sweet potato, grated carrot, grated zucchini, chopped onion, minced garlic, spinach, rolled oats, curry powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Step 6

Mash the ingredients together using a fork or potato masher until well combined. The mixture should hold its shape when pressed.

Step 7

Using your hands, form the mixture into 4 equally sized burger patties.

Step 8

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Place the patties in the skillet and cook for 3–4 minutes on each side, until golden brown.

Step 9

Transfer the patties to the prepared baking sheet and bake in the oven for 10–12 minutes to ensure they are fully cooked.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and let the burgers cool slightly before serving.

Step 11

Serve the curried vegetable burgers on burger buns, with your favorite toppings like lettuce, tomato, and yogurt sauce or chutney.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(986.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1383.3

Total Fat 49.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.6g
Cholesterol 3.9mg	0%
Sodium 4777.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 195.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 42.0g	0%
Total Sugars 43.3g
Protein 48.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 373.2mg	0%
Iron 20.5mg	0%
Potassium 2698.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 31.1%

Protein: 13.7%

Carbs: 55.1%