Vegan Smashed Burger
Say hello to your new favorite plant-based indulgence: the Vegan Smashed Burger! This mouthwatering recipe transforms wholesome ingredients like mashed chickpeas, protein-rich quinoa, and ground oats into a crispy, golden patty packed with flavor. Enhanced by smoked paprika, soy sauce, and garlic, these patties boast a smoky, umami punch. Smashed for an irresistibly flaky edge during cooking, they're topped with melted vegan cheese for the ultimate comfort food experience. Serve these beauties stacked in fluffy burger buns alongside fresh lettuce, tomato slices, tangy pickles, and a dollop of vegan mayo for a burger that's as satisfying as it is cruelty-free. Ready in just 25 minutes, these vegan smashed burgers are perfect for quick weeknight dinners or backyard barbecues.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 0.5 cup quinoa, cooked
- 0.5 cup oats, ground
- 0.25 cup onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon ketchup
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons oil for frying
- 4 pieces vegan burger buns
- 4 pieces lettuce leaves
- 1 medium tomato, sliced
- 4 slices vegan cheese slices
- 8 pieces pickle slices
- 4 tablespoons vegan mayonnaise
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, mash the drained chickpeas using a fork or potato masher until mostly smooth, leaving a few chunks for texture.
Add the cooked quinoa, ground oats, onion, minced garlic, soy sauce, ketchup, smoked paprika, black pepper, and salt. Mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.
Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions. Form each portion into a ball and slightly flatten it with your hands.
Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, place the patties into the skillet.
Using a spatula, press down on each patty to flatten it further and ensure a nice smash.
Cook for about 4 minutes on each side, or until the patties are golden brown and crispy on the edges.
During the last minute of cooking, place a slice of vegan cheese on each patty and cover the skillet to melt the cheese.
To assemble the burgers, spread 1 tablespoon of vegan mayonnaise on the bottom half of each bun.
Place a lettuce leaf on the bun, followed by a smashed patty with melted cheese, tomato slices, and pickles.
Top with the other half of the bun. Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious vegan smashed burgers!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2059 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 80.4 g | 103% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.0 g | 105% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 14 mg | 4% | |
| Sodium | 6261 mg | 272% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 280.6 g | 102% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.4 g | 116% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.9 g | ||
| Protein | 60.0 g | 120% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1003 mg | 77% | |
| Iron | 19.5 mg | 108% | |
| Potassium | 1905 mg | 41% | |
*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.
