Nut-Free Falafel Burger
Elevate your plant-based burger game with this irresistible Nut-Free Falafel Burger, perfect for those with nut allergies or anyone seeking a nutrient-packed meal. Made with hearty canned chickpeas, aromatic fresh herbs like parsley and cilantro, and a vibrant blend of spices including cumin and coriander, these patties are bursting with Middle Eastern-inspired flavors. Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, they're pan-fried to golden perfection and layered with creamy hummus, crisp lettuce, juicy tomato slices, and refreshing cucumber. All nestled between toasted burger buns, this quick and easy recipe takes only 35 minutes to prepare and is an ideal choice for a satisfying lunch or dinner. Whether you're a vegan, vegetarian, or simply looking for a new twist on your burger routine, these homemade falafel patties are sure to please!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 15 oz canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 medium red onion, roughly chopped
- 1 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 0.5 tsp ground black pepper
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 burger buns
- 4 lettuce leaves
- 1 medium tomato, sliced
- 0.5 cucumber, sliced
- 0.5 cup hummus
Instructions
In a food processor, combine the chickpeas, onion, parsley, cilantro, and garlic. Pulse until the mixture is roughly combined, being careful not to over-process it into a paste.
Add cumin, coriander, black pepper, baking powder, flour, and salt to the mixture. Pulse a few more times until well mixed, scraping down the sides if necessary.
Transfer the mixture to a bowl and cover it. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld and to make the mixture easier to form into patties.
Divide the chickpea mixture into four equal parts and shape each into a patty about 1/2 inch thick.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the falafel patties, cooking them for about 3-4 minutes on each side until they are golden brown and crispy.
Meanwhile, lightly toast the burger buns if desired. Spread a layer of hummus on the bottom half of each bun.
Place a lettuce leaf on top of the hummus, then add the cooked falafel patty.
Top the patty with slices of tomato and cucumber.
Finish with the top half of the bun. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1816 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 67.5 g | 87% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.5 g | 42% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 11.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 5537 mg | 241% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 248.9 g | 91% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 54.9 g | 196% | |
| Total Sugars | 38.9 g | ||
| Protein | 66.9 g | 134% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1121 mg | 86% | |
| Iron | 41.3 mg | 229% | |
| Potassium | 4790 mg | 102% | |
*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.
