Soy-Free Chickpea Burger

Satisfy your burger cravings with this hearty and wholesome Soy-Free Chickpea Burger, crafted for those seeking a plant-powered, protein-rich alternative without relying on soy. Made with creamy mashed chickpeas, nutty quinoa, and a flavorful blend of cumin, coriander, and paprika, these patties are both delicious and nutrient-packed. Quick to prepare in just 40 minutes, this recipe combines wholesome ingredients like fresh parsley, red onion, and garlic for a burst of freshness in every bite. Perfectly pan-seared to golden perfection, these burgers are served on soft buns with crisp lettuce, juicy tomato, and creamy avocado. Ideal for vegetarians and anyone looking for a healthy, homemade alternative to traditional veggie burgers, this dish is sure to be a new family favorite. Whether for a weeknight dinner or weekend cookout, these soy-free chickpea burgers deliver big on flavor, nutrition, and satisfaction.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 15 oz Canned chickpeas
• 0.5 cup Quinoa
• 1 cup Water
• 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs
• 0.5 small Red onion
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves
• 0.25 cup Fresh parsley
• 1 tsp Ground cumin
• 1 tsp Ground coriander
• 0.5 tsp Paprika
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 0.25 tsp Black pepper
• 1 large Egg
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 4 pieces Burger buns
• 4 pieces Lettuce leaves
• 1 large Tomato
• 1 large Avocado

Directions

Step 1

Rinse and drain the canned chickpeas thoroughly, then set aside.

Step 2

In a small saucepan, bring 1 cup of water to a boil. Add the quinoa, cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer for about 15 minutes or until quinoa is cooked and water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.

Step 3

Meanwhile, finely chop the red onion, garlic cloves, and fresh parsley.

Step 4

In a large bowl, mash the chickpeas with a fork or potato masher, leaving some chunks for texture.

Step 5

Add the cooked quinoa, chopped onion, garlic, parsley, breadcrumbs, ground cumin, ground coriander, paprika, salt, and black pepper to the mashed chickpeas.

Step 6

Crack the egg into the mixture and mix all ingredients together until well combined.

Step 7

Form the mixture into 4 equal patties, pressing firmly to ensure they hold together.

Step 8

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the patties to the skillet and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and heated through.

Step 9

While the patties are cooking, slice the tomato and avocado.

Step 10

To assemble the burgers, place a lettuce leaf on the bottom half of each burger bun, followed by a chickpea patty, tomato slices, avocado slices, and then the top half of the bun.

Step 11

Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1537.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2106.1

Total Fat 85.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 12.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.4g
Cholesterol 219.5mg	0%
Sodium 6471.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 274.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 40.4g	0%
Total Sugars 41.6g
Protein 64.1g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 495.5mg	0%
Iron 20.1mg	0%
Potassium 2608.5mg	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: 36.3%

Protein: 12.1%

Carbs: 51.6%