Chickpea Quinoa Veggie Burger Patties
Skip the frozen veggie burgers and make your own instead! These Chickpea Quinoa Veggie Burger Patties are packed with wholesome ingredients and incredible flavor. Every bite combines creamy chickpeas, nutty quinoa, and savory sun-dried tomatoes for a burger that's crispy, hearty, and satisfying.Because the patties are easy to prepare ahead of time, they're ideal for meal prep. Plus, they freeze beautifully, so you'll always have a healthy vegetarian dinner ready whenever you need one.
Ingredients
- 400 gr chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- ½ cup finely chopped sun-dried tomatoes (oil-packed, drained)
- ½ small onion, finely diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- ½ cup rolled oats or breadcrumbs
- 1 egg (or flax egg for vegan option)
- 2 tbsp olive oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Mash the chickpeas in a large mixing bowl until mostly smooth, leaving a few chunks for texture.
- Add the cooked quinoa, sun-dried tomatoes, onion, garlic, parsley, oats, egg, and seasonings.
- Mix everything together until the mixture holds its shape. If it feels too wet, stir in a little more oats.
- Form the mixture into 6–8 equal-sized patties.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook each patty for about 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown and crisp.
- Serve immediately with your favorite burger toppings or enjoy as a healthy protein-packed side.
Notes
Please note: The nutritional information provided is an estimate, calculated using an online nutrition calculator.
Nutritional Facts/ serving:
Calories: 255 kcal | Carbohydrates: 29 g | Protein: 10 g | Fat: 11 g | Fiber: 8 g | Sugar: 4 g | Sodium: 330 mg | Potassium: 420 mg |