Best 3 Greek Chickpea Walnut Burgers Recipes

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Are you looking for a delicious and healthy vegetarian burger recipe? Look no further than Greek chickpea walnut burgers! These burgers are packed with protein and fiber, and they're incredibly flavorful. They're also easy to make and can be enjoyed for lunch, dinner, or even a snack. So what are you waiting for? Let's get started!

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GREEK CHICKPEA & WALNUT BURGERS



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Even meat eaters love this easy vegetarian burger. Top with cucumber sauce or simply use lettuce and tomato. -Jess Apfe, Berkeley, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 40m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 24

2 large eggs
1/2 cup dry bread crumbs
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1 medium carrot, shredded
1/3 cup crumbled reduced-fat feta cheese
1/4 cup coarsely chopped onion
1/4 cup Greek olives
4 sprigs fresh parsley, stems removed
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper
1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained
TZATZIKI SAUCE:
1 cup finely chopped cucumber
1/2 cup reduced-fat plain yogurt
1/4 cup fat-free sour cream
1 tablespoon minced fresh mint or 1 teaspoon dried mint
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
BURGERS:
5 whole wheat hamburger buns, split
5 lettuce leaves
5 slices tomato

Steps:

  • In a food processor, combine the first 11 ingredients; cover and pulse four times. Add chickpeas; pulse until chopped. Refrigerate for at least 45 minutes. Combine the sauce ingredients; refrigerate until serving., Shape chickpea mixture by 2/3 cupfuls into patties. Using long-handled tongs, moisten a paper towel with cooking oil and lightly coat the grill rack. , Grill burgers, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 3-5 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 160°. , Serve on buns with lettuce and tomato; top each with 1/4 cup tzatziki sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 425 calories, Fat 17g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 93mg cholesterol, Sodium 908mg sodium, Carbohydrate 53g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 19g protein.

CHICK-PEA WALNUT BURGERS



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Categories     Sandwich     Food Processor     Vegetarian     Rosemary     Walnut     Chickpea     Summer     Chill     Pan-Fry     Parsley     Gourmet

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

a 19-ounce can chick-peas
2 garlic cloves
1/2 medium onion
1 tablespoon fresh rosemary leaves
1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leafed parsley leaves
1/2 cup fine fresh bread crumbs
3/4 cup walnuts, toasted and chopped
1 large egg
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 sesame buns
4 slices beefsteak tomato
4 slices red onion

Steps:

  • In a colander rinse and drain chick-peas. In a food processor pulse garlic, onion, and rosemary until chopped coarse. Add chick-peas, parsley, and bread crumbs and pulse until just combined. Transfer mixture to a bowl and stir in walnuts, egg, and salt and pepper to taste until well combined. Form mixture into four 3-inch patties. Chill patties, covered, at least 1 hour and up to 1 day.
  • In a large skillet heat oil over moderate heat until hot but not smoking and cook patties until golden brown, about 4 minutes on each side. Toast sesame buns. Transfer burgers to buns and top with tomato and onion.

CHICKPEA WALNUT BURGERS



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Make and share this Chickpea Walnut Burgers recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Stephanie Z.

Categories     Beans

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

19 ounces chickpeas
2 garlic cloves
1/2 medium onion
1 tablespoon fresh rosemary leaf
1/4 cup fresh flat leaf parsley, chopped
1/2 cup fine breadcrumbs
3/4 cup walnuts, toasted and chopped
1 large egg
2 tablespoons olive oil

Steps:

  • In a colander rinse and drain chick-peas.
  • In a food processor pulse garlic, onion, and rosemary until chopped coarse. Add chick-peas, parsley, and bread crumbs and pulse until just combined.
  • Transfer mixture to a bowl and stir in walnuts, egg, and salt and pepper to taste until well combined.
  • Form mixture into four 3-inch patties. Chill patties, covered, at least 1 hour and up to 1 day.
  • Cook on the grill or skillet.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 445, Fat 24.6, SaturatedFat 3, Cholesterol 52.9, Sodium 522.4, Carbohydrate 45.5, Fiber 8.4, Sugar 2.1, Protein 13.7

Tips:

- Make sure to use canned chickpeas that are unsalted and unseasoned. - To save time, you can use a food processor to chop the onion, garlic, and walnuts. - If you don't have bread crumbs, you can use crushed crackers or oats. - Be careful not to overmix the mixture, as this will make the burgers tough. - If the mixture is too wet, add more bread crumbs or oats. - If the mixture is too dry, add a little bit of water or vegetable broth. - To prevent the burgers from sticking to the pan, grease it with cooking spray or oil. - Cook the burgers over medium heat so that they have a chance to cook through without burning. - Serve the burgers on whole-wheat buns or rolls with your favorite toppings, such as lettuce, tomato, onion, tzatziki sauce, or feta cheese.

Conclusion:

These Greek chickpea and walnut burgers are a delicious, healthy, and easy-to-make meal. They are perfect for vegetarians and vegans, and can also be enjoyed by meat-eaters. The burgers are packed with flavor and nutrients, and they are sure to satisfy even the most discerning palate. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give these Greek chickpea and walnut burgers a try. You won't be disappointed!

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