masala spicy chickpea burgers

Name: Masala Spicy Chickpea Burgers
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: ## PATTIES:; 1 can(s) (16 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed well; 3 tablespoon(s) vegetable oil, divided; 1 medium onion, finely chopped; 2 - garlic cloves, minced; 1 teaspoon(s) curry powder; 1 medium zucchini, grated; 1 medium carrot, peeled and grated; 1 cup(s) arugula, roughly chopped (you could use any other green such as spinach, kale or chard); 1 pinch(es) red pepper flakes; - salt and pepper; 1 - egg, lightly beaten; 1/2 cup(s) breadcrumbs; ## MINT YOGURT SAUCE;; 7 ounce(s) greek yogurt; 3 tablespoon(s) chopped fresh mint; - juice of half a lemon; - your favorite toppings (tomato slices, arugula, onions, etc)

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Annacia *

Moose Jaw, SK

Updated on Sep 15, 2018

These burgers are loaded with protein and are uber healthy. In addition not only are healthy but they're seriously yummy.

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prep time 10 Min

cook time 15 Min

method Stove Top

yield 4 serving(s)

Ingredients

PATTIES:
1 can (16 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed well
3 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon curry powder
1 medium zucchini, grated
1 medium carrot, peeled and grated
1 cup arugula, roughly chopped (you could use any other green such as spinach, kale or chard)
1 pinch red pepper flakes
salt and pepper
1 egg, lightly beaten
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
MINT YOGURT SAUCE;
7 ounces greek yogurt
3 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
juice of half a lemon
your favorite toppings (tomato slices, arugula, onions, etc)

How To Make masala spicy chickpea burgers

Step 1

Place chickpeas in a large mixing bowl and mashed them with a fork really well (alternatively you can puree them in a food processor or blender. Set aside.

Step 2

Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onions and sauté for 5 minutes, until translucent.
Step 3

Add garlic, curry powder, and red pepper flakes and sautè for 1 minute, until fragrant. Add zucchini, carrot, and arugula and sauté for 5 minutes stirring frequently, until arugula is wilted and veggies are cooked.
Step 4

Remove from the heat and season generously. Remove from the heat and season generously.
Step 5

Stir in the egg and the breadcrumbs and mix until the mixture is sticky and holds together. If not, add more breadcrumbs 1 tablespoon at a time until mixture comes together.
Step 6

Divide mixture into four equal portions and shape into patties. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. In the meantime make the mint yogurt sauce, by combining all ingredients in a bowl. Set aside.
Step 7

Heat remaining tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-heat and cook patties for 4 minutes on each side. Serve on your favorite bun, with the mint yogurt sauce, tomatoes, arugula, and onions.
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