Healthy Vegan Chickpea Burger recipe
I’ve always loved Vegan Chickpea Burger in every possible way. Whether they’re frozen, homemade, or from a restaurant, I think they’re all quite tasty. Occasionally, it’s nice to switch things up from the classic black bean burger.
These Healthy Vegan Chickpea Burger are prepared with flavorful spices and boiled potatoes. They serve as a healthier option compared to frozen veggie burgers, which can often be high in sodium. Plus, they’re low in saturated fat while being rich in nutrients and fiber to help keep you satisfied.
Recipe Highlights
- These burgers are super easy to whip up with just a few ingredients.
- Feel free to play around with various herbs and spices to suit your taste.
- These veggie burgers are loaded with fiber and protein, making them a great healthy substitute for meat burgers.
- Chances are, you already have everything you need at home, so no need to dash to the store for special items.
- These flexible vegan burgers can be dressed up with a ton of different toppings. I’ve included a list of suggestions below to spark your creativity.
- You can enjoy these burgers on a lettuce wrap, or if you’re up for a challenge, why not try making your own burger buns?
- Serve them with a fresh salad, like this spring mix salad, for a healthy and satisfying meal.
Healthy Vegan Chickpea Burger Recipe
Course: Lunch, DinnerCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: EasyThese vegan chickpea burgers are the simplest and tastiest veggie burgers around.
They require just 10 minutes of preparation and can be frozen for easy meals during the week!
Ingredients
2 tbsp (30 mL) sesame seeds
1/4 cup (15 g) of potato flour
1/2 teaspoon (2.5 mL) of iodized salt
1/8 teaspoon (0.6 mL) of cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon (2.5 mL) of ground coriander or cardamom
1 teaspoon (5 mL) of ground cumin
1 1/2 teaspoons (7.5 mL) of curry powder
1 tablespoon (15 mL) of soy sauce
1/4 cup (35 g) of cooked bulgur or brown rice
1 can or 1 1/2 cups (228 g) of chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1 clove of garlic, minced or pressed
1 stick of celery, finely chopped
1 small carrot, finely chopped
1 small onion, finely chopped
Directions
- How To Make Healthy Vegan Chickpea Burger?
Remove the skin and cut the potatoes into slices.
Next, cook them in water until they can be easily pierced with a fork. Remove the skin and cut the onion into small pieces, finely chop the garlic, and cut the parsley into small pieces.
- Spice It Up & Prep the Potatoes
Add the cumin, pepper, and celery seed. Continue cooking for another minute before removing from heat. Drain the potatoes, keeping a small portion of the liquid. Set aside.
- Combine the Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the onion and spice mixture with the chickpeas, cooked potatoes, almond flour, parsley, and salt.
- Mash & Adjust the Mixture
Use a potato masher or food processor to mash the ingredients until the chickpeas are thoroughly broken down. If the mixture appears too dry, incorporate some of the reserved potato liquid, adding 1 tablespoon at a time. Conversely, if the mixture is too wet, add 1 tablespoon of almond flour as necessary.
In a small mixing bowl whisk together lemon juice, wine vinegar, extra virgin oil oil, honey, garlic, cilantro, parsley, oregano, and season with salt and pepper to taste. A little will go a long way since it’s dried with concentrated flavors. We don’t want to overpower that rich avocado flavor. Only a very small amount is needed, this balances out the tartness also helps emulsify the avocado salad dressing. - Form the Patties
Using oiled hands, shape the mixture into six patties. - Bake Until Golden
Preheat the oven to 400°F. On a baking tray lined with parchment paper, apply oil to the patties and bake for 12 minutes until they are golden brown. Afterward, turn them over and cook for an extra 10 minutes. (Total cooking time: 20-25 minutes).
- Frying Pan Instructions
Frying chickpea burgers yields a patty that is more moist and delicate. To fry them, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the patties (two at a time) for three minutes on each side until a golden crust develops.
- Optimal Toppings for Chickpea Burgers
Pickled onion – the addition of pickled onion introduces a delightful zing that enhances the flavor profile of these vegetable burgers.
Avocado – be sure to incorporate healthy fats! I particularly enjoy adding sliced avocado to my veggie burgers.
Fruit chutney – for a touch of sweetness, consider using fruit chutney atop these chickpea burgers.
Sliced tomato – tomato serves as a traditional burger topping, contributing additional flavor and moisture.
Lettuce – romaine lettuce provides a satisfying crunch, elevating the overall experience of these burgers.
Grilled veggies – while the stovetop is still hot, consider adding grilled mushrooms or peppers to complete these burgers.
Vegan cheese – cheese and burgers are a classic combination, wouldn’t you agree?
Recipe Video
Notes
- If you don’t have quick oats, just sub for rolled oats instead. I do not recommend using steel cut oats for this recipe.
To make this recipe really quick & easy, I just used chickpeas from a can. You are welcome to sub for chickpeas cooked from scratch. You will need 1 1/2 cups of cooked chickpeas to replace 1 can.
