Middle Eastern Inspired Meatless Burger

Chickpeas, also known as garbanzo beans, are a staple ingredient in Middle Eastern cuisine and are packed with protein and fiber.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 40 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 14.

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Middle Eastern Inspired Meatless Burger

Cooking Method: Grilling, Pan frying Cuisine: Middle Eastern Courses: Burger, Lunch, Main Dish Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 15 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 40 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1400

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 can Chickpeas
• 1 small Red onion
• 2 clove Garlic cloves
• 1 cup Fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 cup Breadcrumbs
• 2 tablespoon Olive oil
• 4 piece Whole wheat burger buns
• 4 leaf Lettuce leaves
• 4 slice Tomato slices
• 4 slice Red onion slices

Instructions

1. Drain and rinse the chickpeas.
2. In a food processor, combine the chickpeas, red onion, garlic cloves, fresh parsley, ground cumin, ground coriander, salt, and black pepper. Pulse until well combined but still slightly chunky.
3. Transfer the mixture to a bowl and stir in the breadcrumbs. Let it rest for 5 minutes.
4. Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each portion into a patty.
5. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Cook the patties for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
6. Toast the burger buns.
7. Assemble the burgers by placing a patty on the bottom half of each bun. Top with lettuce, tomato slices, and red onion slices.
8. Serve the Middle Eastern Inspired Meatless Burgers with your favorite condiments and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10g16%

Total Carbohydrate 50g17%

Sugars 5g

Protein 15g30%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.