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Vegan Chickpea Burgers

This easy chickpea burger recipe is made with just a few simple ingredients in less than 30 minutes. Great for meal prepping.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
29 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 314 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil we use olive oil
  • 25 ounces cooked chickpeas drained
  • 1 ¼ cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 small onion – finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic - minced
  • ½ cup red bell pepper - finely chopped
  • ¼ cup minced parsley
  • 3 tablespoons aquafaba add more if the mixture needs it.
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

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  1. Drain (reserve the aquafaba for the recipe) and rinse the chickpeas and pat dry.
  2. Process the chickpeas in a food processor until the beans begin to become creamy, but still have texture. You should see solid pieces, not whole beans.
  3. Scrape the processed chickpeas into a large mixing bowl and add the chopped onion, bell pepper, minced garlic and parsley, 1 ¼ cups breadcrumbs, 3 tablespoons of aquafaba (more if necessary),1 teaspoon of garlic powder and cumin, ⅛ teaspoon of cayenne pepper, and salt and pepper to taste. Stir until fully combined.
  4. Divide the mixture into 4 equal sections and form into patties. You can cook immediately, although they set up better for cooking if refrigerated for at least an hour.
  5. Heat 2 tablespoon of oil on medium heat in a large frying pan. When the oil is hot, add the patties to the pan and cook until golden brown, approximately 7 minutes, and then flip and cook the other side until golden brown.Cover with a lid to ensure that they cook all the way through.

Notes

  • Onions have a lot of water, so when you process them they will release the water and make the mixture too wet. It's best to finely chop them and fold them in.
  • The burgers will set as they chill, making it less likely that they'll fall apart while cooking.
  • Yes, you can bake them in a 375°F (190°C) oven for approximately 10-12 minutes per side, or until they're golden brown. Spray or brush with a thin film of oil to make them crispy.
  • To store unbaked patties, stack between parchment paper and place in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Freeze in a freezer safe container for up to 2 months. Thaw in the refrigerator.
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Nutrition Information

Serving 8oz Calories 314kcal (16%) Carbohydrates 54g (18%) Protein 14g (28%) Fat 5g (8%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 2g Monounsaturated Fat 1g Sodium 745mg (31%) Potassium 446mg (13%) Fiber 10g (40%) Sugar 4g (8%) Vitamin A 959IU (19%) Vitamin C 32mg (36%) Calcium 147mg (15%) Iron 5mg (28%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 314

% Daily Value*

Serving 8oz
Calories 314kcal 16%
Carbohydrates 54g 18%
Protein 14g 28%
Fat 5g 8%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g 12%
Monounsaturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 745mg 31%
Potassium 446mg 9%
Fiber 10g 40%
Sugar 4g 8%
Vitamin A 959IU 19%
Vitamin C 32mg 36%
Calcium 147mg 15%
Iron 5mg 28%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.