Vegetarian California Burger

Savor the vibrant flavors of the Vegetarian California Burger, a wholesome, plant-based twist on a West Coast classic. Featuring a hearty chickpea patty seasoned with aromatic cumin, coriander, and fresh cilantro, this burger is packed with bold, zesty taste. The creamy avocado-lime mash perfectly balances the crispy, golden patties, while fresh lettuce, juicy tomato slices, and crunchy red onion add a refreshing crunch in every bite. Served on toasted whole wheat buns, this quick and easy recipe—ready in just 30 minutes—offers a healthy yet satisfying meal that’s perfect for vegetarians and burger lovers alike. Whether it’s a weeknight dinner or a backyard cookout, this California-inspired burger is sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 15 oz canned chickpeas
• 0.5 red onion
• 2 garlic cloves
• 0.5 cup fresh cilantro
• 0.5 cup breadcrumbs
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp coriander
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.25 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 ripe avocados
• 1 tbsp lime juice
• 2 tomatoes
• 4 lettuce leaves
• 4 whole wheat burger buns

Directions

Step 1

Drain and rinse the canned chickpeas and transfer them to a food processor.

Step 2

Add half the red onion, garlic cloves, fresh cilantro, breadcrumbs, cumin, coriander, salt, and black pepper to the processor.

Step 3

Pulse the mixture until it forms a chunky paste. It should still have some texture but should hold together when formed into patties.

Step 4

Divide the mixture into four portions and shape into patties.

Step 5

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side until they are golden brown and heated through.

Step 6

While the patties are cooking, mash the avocados in a bowl and mix with lime juice and a pinch of salt to taste.

Step 7

Slice the remaining red onion and tomatoes thinly.

Step 8

Once the patties are cooked, toast the burger buns lightly in the skillet or under a broiler for a minute so they are warm.

Step 9

Assemble the burgers: Spread a generous amount of mashed avocado on the bottom half of each bun.

Step 10

Place the chickpea patty on top of the avocado, layer with slices of tomato, red onion, and a lettuce leaf.

Step 11

Cover with the top bun, serve immediately, and enjoy this fresh and flavorful Vegetarian California Burger!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1487.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2064.8

Total Fat 90.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 14.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.9g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4317.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 265.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 59.5g	0%
Total Sugars 41.9g
Protein 63.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 704.5mg	0%
Iron 19.6mg	0%
Potassium 3408.6mg	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: 38.2%

Protein: 12.0%

Carbs: 49.8%