Vegan Classic Smash Burger
Savor the mouthwatering flavors of the Vegan Classic Smash Burger, a plant-based twist on the iconic diner favorite. Featuring a hearty chickpea and quinoa patty seasoned with smoked paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder, this recipe delivers bold, smoky flavors and a satisfying texture. The patties are smashed and seared to crispy perfection in a cast-iron skillet, giving them a golden crust that’s irresistibly crave-worthy. Nestled between toasted burger buns with creamy vegan mayo, fresh lettuce, juicy tomato slices, and tangy pickles, this burger is a masterpiece of savory goodness. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Whether you’re vegan or simply seeking a delectable eco-friendly alternative to classic smash burgers, this recipe promises to impress every palate.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 0.5 cup cooked quinoa
- 0.5 cup rolled oats
- 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon barbecue sauce of choice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 burger buns
- 4 tablespoons vegan mayonnaise
- 4 lettuce leaves
- 4 slices sliced tomatoes
- 8 slices sliced pickles
Instructions
In a food processor, combine chickpeas, cooked quinoa, rolled oats, nutritional yeast, soy sauce, and barbecue sauce. Pulse until mixture is combined but still has some texture.
Transfer the mixture to a bowl and stir in the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
Divide the mixture into 8 equal portions and form each portion into a loose ball.
Heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat.
Place a portion of the mixture in the skillet and flatten it with a spatula, pressing down firmly to create a thin patty.
Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until crispy and golden brown. Repeat with the remaining portions, adding more oil as needed.
Toast the burger buns until golden.
Spread vegan mayonnaise on each half of the toasted buns.
Assemble the burgers by adding lettuce, a chickpea-quinoa smash patty, tomato slices, and pickles between the buns.
Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious vegan smash burger!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1497 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 53.1 g | 68% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.5 g | 38% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 14 mg | 4% | |
| Sodium | 4190 mg | 182% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 204.7 g | 74% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 28.7 g | 102% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.1 g | ||
| Protein | 47.8 g | 96% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 307 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 15.2 mg | 84% | |
| Potassium | 1616 mg | 34% | |
*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.
