Vegan Classic Smash Burger
Sink your teeth into the ultimate "Vegan Classic Smash Burger," a plant-based twist on the quintessential burger favorite. Crafted with a flavorful blend of chickpeas, quinoa, and oats, these juicy patties are seasoned to perfection with smoked paprika, garlic, and onion powder, then cooked to golden, crispy perfection in a hot skillet. Each burger is stacked with crisp lettuce, fresh tomato slices, tangy pickles, and a slather of creamy vegan mayo, all nestled between toasted buns for the perfect bite. Ready in just 35 minutes, this satisfying vegan smash burger is bursting with bold BBQ flavors and wholesome ingredients, making it the ideal centerpiece for your next meat-free meal. Perfect for vegans, vegetarians, or anyone looking to enjoy a healthier take on a classic burger!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 0.5 cup cooked quinoa
- 0.5 cup rolled oats
- 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon barbecue sauce of choice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 burger buns
- 4 tablespoons vegan mayonnaise
- 4 lettuce leaves
- 4 slices sliced tomatoes
- 8 slices sliced pickles
Directions
Step 1
In a food processor, combine chickpeas, cooked quinoa, rolled oats, nutritional yeast, soy sauce, and barbecue sauce. Pulse until mixture is combined but still has some texture.
Step 2
Transfer the mixture to a bowl and stir in the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
Step 3
Divide the mixture into 8 equal portions and form each portion into a loose ball.
Step 4
Heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat.
Step 5
Place a portion of the mixture in the skillet and flatten it with a spatula, pressing down firmly to create a thin patty.
Step 6
Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until crispy and golden brown. Repeat with the remaining portions, adding more oil as needed.
Step 7
Toast the burger buns until golden.
Step 8
Spread vegan mayonnaise on each half of the toasted buns.
Step 9
Assemble the burgers by adding lettuce, a chickpea-quinoa smash patty, tomato slices, and pickles between the buns.
Step 10
Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious vegan smash burger!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (833.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1497.0 |
| Total Fat 53.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 7.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 8.7g | |
| Cholesterol 13.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4190.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 204.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 28.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 30.1g | |
| Protein 47.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 306.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 15.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1616.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories