Vegan California Burger
Embark on a flavorful journey with this Vegan California Burger, a hearty, plant-based twist on a classic favorite! These golden-brown chickpea patties are seasoned with fragrant cumin, coriander, and fresh cilantro, delivering a burst of zesty, earthy flavors with each bite. Topped with creamy avocado slices, crisp alfalfa sprouts, juicy tomato, and a fresh lettuce leaf, this burger is a symphony of textures and vibrant colors. Nestled in toasted vegan burger buns, it's a healthy, protein-packed meal ready in just 30 minutes. Perfect for vegans, vegetarians, or anyone looking to savor a wholesome and refreshing burger alternative, this recipe is sure to become a fan-favorite at your next lunch or dinner gathering!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 15 oz (drained and rinsed) canned chickpeas
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 0.5 red onion, finely chopped
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 0.25 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 0.5 cup alfalfa sprouts
- 1 tomato, sliced
- 4 vegan burger buns
- 4 lettuce leaves
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, mash the drained and rinsed chickpeas with a fork or potato masher until they are mostly smashed with some larger pieces left for texture.
Add the breadcrumbs, finely chopped red onion, minced garlic, ground cumin, ground coriander, lemon juice, chopped fresh cilantro, 1 tablespoon olive oil, salt, and black pepper to the mashed chickpeas. Mix until well-combined.
Form the mixture into four equal-sized patties.
Heat the remaining olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat.
Cook the patties in the skillet for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and heated through.
While the patties are cooking, prepare the burger buns by slicing them in half and lightly toasting them if desired.
Once the patties are done, assemble the burgers. Start by placing a lettuce leaf on the bottom half of each bun.
Add the cooked chickpea patty on top of the lettuce.
Top each patty with slices of avocado, alfalfa sprouts, and a slice of tomato.
Finish by placing the top half of the bun on each burger.
Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious Vegan California Burger!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
532 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.0 g | 19% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.3 g | 11% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1115 mg | 48% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 84.0 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.4 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.4 g | ||
| Protein | 17.3 g | 35% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 139 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 6.2 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 612 mg | 13% | |
*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.
