Soy-Free Chickpea Burger
Looking for a hearty, plant-based alternative to traditional burgers that’s free of soy? The Soy-Free Chickpea Burger combines the earthy richness of chickpeas with nutty quinoa, aromatic spices like cumin and coriander, and a touch of fresh parsley for a vibrant twist. Each patty is perfectly pan-seared for a golden, crispy exterior while remaining tender and flavorful inside. This protein-packed burger is loaded with toppings like creamy avocado, juicy tomato, and crisp lettuce, all nestled between soft burger buns. Perfect for weeknight dinners or weekend cookouts, this easy-to-make recipe is ready in just 40 minutes and serves four deliciously satisfying portions. Whether you’re catering to dietary restrictions or just exploring new flavors, this soy-free burger is guaranteed to delight every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 15 oz Canned chickpeas
- 0.5 cup Quinoa
- 1 cup Water
- 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs
- 0.5 small Red onion
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves
- 0.25 cup Fresh parsley
- 1 tsp Ground cumin
- 1 tsp Ground coriander
- 0.5 tsp Paprika
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
- 1 large Egg
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 4 pieces Burger buns
- 4 pieces Lettuce leaves
- 1 large Tomato
- 1 large Avocado
Instructions
Rinse and drain the canned chickpeas thoroughly, then set aside.
In a small saucepan, bring 1 cup of water to a boil. Add the quinoa, cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer for about 15 minutes or until quinoa is cooked and water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
Meanwhile, finely chop the red onion, garlic cloves, and fresh parsley.
In a large bowl, mash the chickpeas with a fork or potato masher, leaving some chunks for texture.
Add the cooked quinoa, chopped onion, garlic, parsley, breadcrumbs, ground cumin, ground coriander, paprika, salt, and black pepper to the mashed chickpeas.
Crack the egg into the mixture and mix all ingredients together until well combined.
Form the mixture into 4 equal patties, pressing firmly to ensure they hold together.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the patties to the skillet and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and heated through.
While the patties are cooking, slice the tomato and avocado.
To assemble the burgers, place a lettuce leaf on the bottom half of each burger bun, followed by a chickpea patty, tomato slices, avocado slices, and then the top half of the bun.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2106 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 85.8 g | 110% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.3 g | 62% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 220 mg | 73% | |
| Sodium | 6471 mg | 281% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 274.4 g | 100% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 40.4 g | 144% | |
| Total Sugars | 41.6 g | ||
| Protein | 64.1 g | 128% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 496 mg | 38% | |
| Iron | 20.1 mg | 112% | |
| Potassium | 2608 mg | 56% | |
*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.
