Heart-Healthy Chickpea Burger
Savor the wholesome goodness of our Heart-Healthy Chickpea Burger, a plant-based delight that’s perfect for health-conscious food lovers. Packed with protein-rich chickpeas, fiber-filled rolled oats, and aromatic herbs like parsley, cumin, and coriander, this vegan-friendly recipe delivers bold flavor with every satisfying bite. Quick and easy to prepare in under 30 minutes, these golden chickpea patties boast a crispy exterior and a tender, well-seasoned interior. Serve them nestled in whole grain burger buns alongside fresh lettuce, juicy tomato slices, and crunchy cucumber for a colorful, nutrient-dense meal. Whether you’re embracing Meatless Monday or crafting a heart-smart dinner, these burgers are a flavorful way to fuel your day—no compromise needed.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 15 oz canned chickpeas
- 0.5 cup rolled oats
- 0.5 cup, finely chopped red onion
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 0.25 cup, chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 0.5 tsp paprika
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 4 whole grain burger buns
- 4 lettuce leaves
- 1 sliced tomato
- 0.5 sliced cucumber
Instructions
Drain and rinse the canned chickpeas thoroughly.
In a food processor, pulse the chickpeas and rolled oats until they are coarsely ground and begin to come together.
Add the chopped red onion, minced garlic, and chopped fresh parsley to the food processor. Pulse a few times until the mixture is combined but still has some texture.
Transfer the mixture to a mixing bowl and add ground cumin, ground coriander, paprika, salt, black pepper, olive oil, and lemon juice. Mix until all ingredients are thoroughly incorporated.
Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each into a round patty about 1/2 inch thick.
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add a small amount of olive oil if desired for extra crispiness.
Cook the chickpea patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and heated through.
Assemble each burger by placing a lettuce leaf on the bottom half of a whole grain bun, add a chickpea patty, then top with slices of tomato and cucumber.
Serve the burgers immediately with additional fresh veggies or a heart-healthy salad on the side if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1663 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 52.4 g | 67% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.9 g | 40% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4037 mg | 176% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 257.8 g | 94% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 40.3 g | 144% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.7 g | ||
| Protein | 55.7 g | 111% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 466 mg | 36% | |
| Iron | 18.2 mg | 101% | |
| Potassium | 1744 mg | 37% | |
*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.
