Garbanzo Vegetarian Burgers
Savor the hearty, plant-based goodness of Garbanzo Vegetarian Burgers, a flavorful and satisfying alternative to traditional burgers. Made with protein-packed garbanzo beans (chickpeas), these patties are infused with vibrant ingredients like shredded carrot, red onion, fresh parsley, and a blend of cumin and paprika for a warm, earthy kick. Crispy on the outside yet tender on the inside, these burgers are pan-fried to golden perfection in olive oil and served on toasted buns with fresh lettuce, juicy tomato slices, and your favorite condiments. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, this recipe comes together in just 30 minutes and delivers a wholesome, meat-free option that doesn’t skimp on flavor. Whether you're a committed vegetarian or simply looking to enjoy a nutritious twist on a classic, these garbanzo burgers are sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 15 ounces canned garbanzo beans (chickpeas), drained and rinsed
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 0.5 cup carrot, shredded
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 large egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon ground paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 pieces burger buns
- 4 leaves lettuce
- 1 medium tomato, sliced
- optional condiments (e.g., mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, mash the drained garbanzo beans using a fork or potato masher until mostly smooth, leaving a few chunks for texture.
Add breadcrumbs, chopped red onion, shredded carrot, parsley, egg, minced garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper to the bowl. Mix everything thoroughly until the mixture holds together.
Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape them into patties about 3-4 inches in diameter.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the patties and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and heated through.
While the patties are cooking, prepare the burger buns by toasting them lightly if desired.
Assemble the burgers by placing a lettuce leaf on the bottom half of each bun, followed by a garbanzo burger patty. Add tomato slices and any optional condiments of your choice, then top with the remaining bun halves.
Serve immediately and enjoy your homemade garbanzo vegetarian burgers!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
442 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 13.5 g | 17% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.9 g | 10% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 47 mg | 16% | |
| Sodium | 855 mg | 37% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 65.6 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.8 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.9 g | ||
| Protein | 14.6 g | 29% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 146 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 5.5 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 557 mg | 12% | |
*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.
