Vegetarian Chickpea Burgers
Bursting with bold, savory flavors, these vegetarian chickpea burgers are a hearty and wholesome alternative to traditional meat patties. Made from protein-packed chickpeas, fresh cilantro, and aromatic spices like cumin and smoked paprika, these burgers are perfectly seasoned and delightfully textured. Panko breadcrumbs and a hint of lemon juice bind these patties together, ensuring a crisp golden exterior when pan-fried. Ready in just 30 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Serve on toasted hamburger buns and garnish with your favorite toppings—think creamy avocado, crisp lettuce, or juicy tomato slices—for a customizable, plant-based meal that’s as delicious as it is nutritious. Perfect for vegetarians, flexitarians, and anyone craving healthy comfort food, these chickpea burgers will quickly become a household favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 425 grams Canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 120 grams Panko breadcrumbs
- 1 small Red onion, finely diced
- 2 Garlic cloves, minced
- 30 grams Fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 large Egg
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil, divided
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 4 Hamburger buns
- Optional toppings (lettuce, tomato slices, avocado, etc.)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, mash the drained and rinsed chickpeas with a fork or potato masher until mostly smooth, leaving some small chunks for texture.
Add the panko breadcrumbs, diced red onion, minced garlic, chopped cilantro, ground cumin, smoked paprika, lemon juice, egg, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and black pepper to the bowl.
Mix the ingredients thoroughly until a cohesive mixture forms. If the mixture feels too wet, add a bit more breadcrumbs until the consistency is firm enough to form patties.
Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each into a burger patty, about 1/2 inch thick.
Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat.
Once the oil is hot, place the chickpea patties in the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy on the outside.
Remove the patties from the skillet and allow them to rest for a minute or two.
Toast the hamburger buns in the same skillet or a toaster, if desired.
Assemble the burgers by placing the chickpea patties on the buns and adding your favorite toppings such as lettuce, tomato slices, avocado, or condiments of choice.
Serve immediately and enjoy your homemade vegetarian chickpea burgers!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1522 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 38.0 g | 49% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.1 g | 55% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 220 mg | 73% | |
| Sodium | 5297 mg | 230% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 254.4 g | 93% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 87.1 g | 311% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.9 g | ||
| Protein | 109.9 g | 220% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 381 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 23.0 mg | 128% | |
| Potassium | 1354 mg | 29% | |
*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.
