Easy Vegan Chickpea Burgers

On a white plate, a vegan chickpea patty on a bun with lettuce, tomato, red onion, and mayo.

5 from 5 votes

Whip up these Easy Vegan Chickpea Burgers with just 9 ingredients. Ready in 25 minutes, these flavorful plant-based patties are a delicious and quick meal option.

Prep Time15

Cook Time10

Total Time25

Course: Main Dish

Cuisine: American

Diet: Vegan

Servings: burgers

Calories: 253kcal

Author: Iosune Robles

Ingredients

For the vegan chickpea burgers:

2 cloves garlic peeled
½ red onion roughly chopped
½ cup cilantro leaves loosely packed
15 ounce can chickpeas drained and rinsed
¾ cup panko breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons tahini
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 tablespoons oil for frying, I used extra virgin olive oil

For serving (optional):

BBQ sauce
Lettuce, tomato, and red onion
Vegan mayonnaise
4 vegan hamburger buns

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Instructions

In the bowl of a food processor, pulse garlic, red onion, and cilantro until finely minced.
Add chickpeas, panko breadcrumbs, tahini, salt, and pepper to the food processor and process until a large ball forms.
Shape the mixture into burger patties, approximately 3-4 inches (8-10 cm) wide and ½ inches (1 cm) thick. Transfer to a lined baking tray and freeze to firm up for 30 minutes (this is optional).
Heat oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat. Place all 4 burgers in the pan and fry, turning regularly, until browned and crispy on each side, approximately 4 minutes per side.
Alternatively, you can bake the burgers at 350ºF (180ºC) for 15 minutes, then flip them and continue baking for an additional 15 minutes.
Generously brush the burgers with BBQ sauce, ensuring they are fully coated (this is also optional).
Serve on hamburger buns with vegan mayo, crispy lettuce, sliced tomato, and sliced red onion, or with your favorite toppings.

Notes

Consistency of the mixture. Ensure the mixture is firm enough to hold together without being overly dense. If it's too wet, add breadcrumbs to absorb excess moisture.
Proper shaping. When shaping the burger patties, make sure they are evenly sized and have a consistent thickness. This will ensure even cooking and a pleasing presentation.
Proper pan temperature. Achieve a golden brown crust by heating it over medium-high heat until hot but not smoking. This ensures even cooking and a nice sear.
Cooking time and temperature. Whether frying or baking, ensure that the burgers are cooked through, but overcooking can result in dry burgers.
Resting time. Allow the cooked burgers to rest for a few minutes before serving. This helps the flavors to meld together and allows the juices to redistribute within the burger.

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