Soy-Free Falafel Burger

Satisfy your cravings for a hearty, plant-based meal with this Soy-Free Falafel Burger, a delicious twist on the classic street food favorite! Made with wholesome chickpeas, aromatic spices like cumin and coriander, and fresh parsley, these golden-brown falafel patties deliver bold Mediterranean flavors without the use of soy. Quick and easy to prepare, this recipe features a simple food processor technique for the perfect texture—crispy on the outside and tender within. Nestled in toasted burger buns with crisp lettuce, juicy tomato, cucumber slices, and a generous drizzle of creamy tahini sauce, these burgers are a vibrant, vegan-friendly option that's perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s a healthier, protein-packed alternative to traditional burgers that will keep everyone coming back for more!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 grams Chickpeas
• 1 medium Red onion
• 3 pieces Garlic cloves
• 1 cup Fresh parsley
• 2 teaspoons Cumin
• 1 teaspoon Coriander powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 3 tablespoons All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 4 pieces Burger buns
• 4 pieces Lettuce leaves
• 1 large Tomato
• 0.5 medium Cucumber
• 0.25 cup Tahini sauce

Directions

Step 1

Drain and rinse the canned chickpeas thoroughly in cold water.

Step 2

In a food processor, add the chickpeas, roughly chopped red onion, garlic cloves, and fresh parsley. Pulse until well combined but not completely smooth. You want a slightly chunky texture.

Step 3

Transfer the mixture to a large bowl and add cumin, coriander powder, salt, black pepper, all-purpose flour, baking powder, and lemon juice. Stir with a spatula until all the ingredients are well incorporated.

Step 4

Use your hands to form about 4 patties out of the mixture, ensuring that they are packed tightly.

Step 5

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is shimmering, gently place the falafel patties in the skillet. Cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side or until both sides are golden brown and cooked through.

Step 6

While the patties are cooking, slice the tomato and cucumber into thin rounds.

Step 7

Slice the burger buns in half and toast them lightly if desired.

Step 8

Assemble the burgers by spreading a tablespoon of tahini sauce on each half of the buns. Place a lettuce leaf on the bottom half, followed by a falafel patty. Top with slices of tomato and cucumber, and finish with the other half of the bun.

Step 9

Serve immediately with additional tahini sauce or your favorite burger sides.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1215.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1823.1

Total Fat 61.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 5387.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 260.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 46.2g	0%
Total Sugars 51.0g
Protein 62.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 698.6mg	0%
Iron 28.1mg	0%
Potassium 2848.8mg	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: 29.8%

Protein: 13.6%

Carbs: 56.6%