Vegan Smashed Burger

Satisfy your comfort food cravings with this irresistible Vegan Smashed Burger, a plant-based twist on the classic diner favorite! Made with a hearty mix of mashed chickpeas, protein-packed quinoa, and ground oats, these patties are perfectly seasoned with smoky paprika, garlic, and soy sauce, then smashed and seared to golden-brown perfection. Topped with melted vegan cheese, crisp lettuce, juicy tomato slices, and tangy pickles, this burger is as indulgent as it is wholesome. Finished with a slather of creamy vegan mayo and served on soft buns, it's a flavorful, easy-to-make recipe that’s ready in just 25 minutes. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing BBQ, this vegan smashed burger delivers all the classic burger vibes without compromising on taste or texture!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 0.5 cup quinoa, cooked
• 0.5 cup oats, ground
• 0.25 cup onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon ketchup
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons oil for frying
• 4 pieces vegan burger buns
• 4 pieces lettuce leaves
• 1 medium tomato, sliced
• 4 slices vegan cheese slices
• 8 pieces pickle slices
• 4 tablespoons vegan mayonnaise

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, mash the drained chickpeas using a fork or potato masher until mostly smooth, leaving a few chunks for texture.

Step 2

Add the cooked quinoa, ground oats, onion, minced garlic, soy sauce, ketchup, smoked paprika, black pepper, and salt. Mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.

Step 3

Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions. Form each portion into a ball and slightly flatten it with your hands.

Step 4

Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, place the patties into the skillet.

Step 5

Using a spatula, press down on each patty to flatten it further and ensure a nice smash.

Step 6

Cook for about 4 minutes on each side, or until the patties are golden brown and crispy on the edges.

Step 7

During the last minute of cooking, place a slice of vegan cheese on each patty and cover the skillet to melt the cheese.

Step 8

To assemble the burgers, spread 1 tablespoon of vegan mayonnaise on the bottom half of each bun.

Step 9

Place a lettuce leaf on the bun, followed by a smashed patty with melted cheese, tomato slices, and pickles.

Step 10

Top with the other half of the bun. Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious vegan smashed burgers!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1124.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2059.2

Total Fat 80.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 21.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.0g
Cholesterol 13.5mg	0%
Sodium 6260.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 280.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 32.4g	0%
Total Sugars 37.9g
Protein 60.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1002.6mg	0%
Iron 19.5mg	0%
Potassium 1905.4mg	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: 34.7%

Protein: 11.5%

Carbs: 53.8%