Vegan Chickpea Burger

Savor the delicious simplicity of this Vegan Chickpea Burger, a plant-based alternative that's as hearty as it is flavorful. Made with protein-rich canned chickpeas, aromatic spices like cumin, coriander, and smoked paprika, and a flaxseed water mixture for a perfect bind, these patties are packed with nutrition and texture. The recipe comes together effortlessly in under 30 minutes, making it ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Pan-seared to golden perfection, these burgers are nestled in toasted buns and complemented by crisp lettuce, with room to add your favorite toppings like fresh avocado or tangy tomato slices. Whether you're vegan or simply looking for a satisfying new dinner idea, this chickpea burger is a must-try for its wholesome ingredients and bold, zesty flavor.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 grams canned chickpeas
• 120 grams breadcrumbs
• 2 tablespoons ground flaxseeds
• 6 tablespoons water
• 1 small, diced red onion
• 2 cloves, minced garlic
• 2 tablespoons, finely chopped parsley
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon coriander
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 whole burger buns
• 4 leaves lettuce

Directions

Step 1

Rinse and drain the canned chickpeas thoroughly under cold water.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix the ground flaxseeds with water and set aside for about 10 minutes to thicken.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained chickpeas, breadcrumbs, diced red onion, minced garlic, parsley, cumin, coriander, smoked paprika, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.

Step 4

Mash the mixture with a potato masher or fork until well combined but still chunky.

Step 5

Stir the flaxseed mixture into the chickpea mixture to bind it together.

Step 6

Divide the mixture into four equal portions and shape each portion into a round patty.

Step 7

Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add a small amount of olive oil.

Step 8

Cook the patties for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and heated through.

Step 9

Toast the burger buns lightly if desired.

Step 10

Assemble each burger by placing a chickpea patty on the bun, add a lettuce leaf, and any other desired toppings such as tomato slices or avocado.

Step 11

Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(974.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1667.6

Total Fat 51.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 5022.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 253.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 31.0g	0%
Total Sugars 32.6g
Protein 51.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 465.5mg	0%
Iron 18.3mg	0%
Potassium 1305.1mg	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: 27.5%

Protein: 12.2%

Carbs: 60.3%