Chermoula Chickpea Burgers

May 17, 2023May 17, 20230 10

Chermoula Chickpea Burgers - Healthy and Delicious Vegetarian Meal

by The Chefin Vegetarian

Prep

10 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

347

Sugar

Fat

Chermoula Chickpea Burgers are a delicious and healthy vegetarian meal option. These burgers are packed with plant-based protein and fiber, making them a satisfying and nutritious choice for lunch or dinner. The chermoula spice blend adds a unique flavor to the burgers, with notes of cumin, coriander and chili. They are also a great way to use up leftover chickpeas, or other legumes you may have on hand.

Instructions

1.	Heat the olive oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Cook onion and garlic, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes or until softened.
2.	Transfer onion mixture to a large bowl. Add chickpeas and use a fork or potato masher to coarsely mash.
3.	Add breadcrumbs, egg and chermoula and stir until well combined. Use your hands to shape mixture into 4 patties.
4.	Heat a large frying pan over medium heat. Spray with olive oil spray to grease. Cook patties for 3 to 4 minutes each side or until golden.
5.	Serve patties on burger buns with your choice of salad and condiments.

PROS

These Chermoula Chickpea Burgers are a great vegetarian meal option, packed with plant-based protein and fiber.

They are also easy to make and can be customized to suit your taste preferences.

CONS

These burgers may not be suitable for those with chickpea allergies.

They can also be quite fragile, so be careful when handling them.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chickpeas are a great source of plant-based protein, fiber, and important nutrients like iron and folate.
They have been linked to numerous health benefits, including supporting heart health and aiding in weight management.

	1 tablespoon olive oil
	1 onion , finely chopped
	1 garlic clove , crushed
	400 g chickpeas , rinsed , drained
	1 cup dry whole grain breadcrumbs
	1 egg , lightly beaten
	1 -2 tablespoon besan flour , to thicken ( optional )
	1/4 cup chermoula , spice