Ingredients
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For the Chickpea Patties:
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2 (15 oz) cans chickpeas, drained and rinsed
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1/2 cup gluten-free rolled oats
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1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
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1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
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1 small red onion, finely chopped
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 teaspoon ground cumin
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1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
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1 Salt and pepper to taste
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For the Tahini Sauce:
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1/2 cup tahini
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2 tablespoons lemon juice
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
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1 Salt and pepper to taste
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1 Water (as needed for thinning)
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For the Burger Assembly:
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4 whole-grain or gluten-free burger buns
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1 Sliced cucumber
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1 Sliced tomato
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1 Sliced red onion
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1 Fresh spinach leaves
Directions
Customize your burger by adding your favorite Mediterranean-inspired toppings, such as olives or roasted red peppers. Enjoy the flavors of the Mediterranean in every bite!
Steps
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For the Chickpea Patties: |
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In a food processor, combine chickpeas, rolled oats, fresh parsley, fresh cilantro, chopped red onion, minced garlic, ground cumin, ground coriander, salt, and pepper. |
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Pulse the mixture until well combined but not completely smooth, leaving some texture. |
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Form the mixture into 4 equal-sized patties and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. |
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Bake the patties at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes or until they are firm and lightly browned, flipping them halfway through. |
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For the Tahini Sauce: |
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In a bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, minced garlic, chopped fresh parsley, salt, and pepper. Add water as needed to achieve your desired sauce consistency. |
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For Assembling the Burger: |
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Toast the burger buns in a toaster or on a grill until they are lightly golden. |
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Spread a generous amount of tahini sauce on the bottom half of each bun. |
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Place a chickpea patty on the sauce-coated bun. |
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Top with sliced cucumber, tomato, red onion, and fresh spinach leaves. |
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Place the top half of the bun on the toppings, and secure with a toothpick if needed. |
