Ingredients
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For the Chickpea Burger Patties:
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2 cans (15 oz each) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
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1/2 cup rolled oats (gluten-free if needed)
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1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
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1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
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1 teaspoon ground cumin
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1 teaspoon ground coriander
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1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
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1 Salt and black pepper to taste
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2 tablespoons olive oil for cooking
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For the Tzatziki Sauce:
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1 cup dairy-free yogurt (e.g., coconut or almond yogurt)
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1/2 cucumber, grated and excess moisture squeezed out
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1 clove garlic, minced
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1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
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1 tablespoon lemon juice
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1 Salt and black pepper to taste
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For Assembly:
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1 Vegan-friendly burger buns (gluten-free if needed)
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1 Fresh lettuce leaves
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1 Sliced tomatoes
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1 Sliced red onion
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1 Sliced cucumber
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1 Kalamata olives (optional)
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1 Extra fresh herbs for garnish
Directions
These Vegan Chickpea Burgers are a flavorful Mediterranean-inspired delight. Customize your toppings to suit your taste and savor the Mediterranean goodness in every bite.
Steps
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For the Chickpea Burger Patties: |
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In a food processor, combine chickpeas, rolled oats, red onion, minced garlic, chopped parsley, chopped cilantro, ground cumin, ground coriander, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Pulse until well combined, but not entirely smooth (some texture is desirable). |
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Form the mixture into burger patties. You should get about 4-6 patties depending on your desired size. |
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Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the burger patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they have a golden brown crust. |
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For the Tzatziki Sauce: |
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In a bowl, mix together dairy-free yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, chopped dill, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Adjust the seasonings to your taste. |
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For Assembly: |
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Lightly toast the burger buns. |
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Spread a generous dollop of Tzatziki sauce on the bottom half of each bun. |
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Place a lettuce leaf on the bun, followed by a chickpea burger patty. |
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Top the patty with sliced tomatoes, red onion, and cucumber. Add Kalamata olives if desired. |
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Garnish with extra fresh herbs. |
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Place the other half of the bun on top, and your Mediterranean-Inspired Vegan Chickpea Burger is ready to enjoy! |
