Chickpea and kale burger, a healthy and tasty plant-based alternative, perfect for those looking for a nutritious main dish or a delicious idea for a homemade sandwich.
These burgers are made with simple ingredients rich in beneficial properties and a spicy touch that makes them irresistible.
The kale, a star in many winter recipes, is a vegetable with extraordinary antioxidant properties and rich in vitamins, including C and K. The chickpeas, on the other hand, are an excellent source of plant-based proteins and fiber, perfect for giving the burgers a soft and tasty texture. The addition of nutritional yeast adds a cheese-like flavor, while the smoked paprika and garlic powder complete the mix with an enveloping taste.
These burgers are egg-free and dairy-free, ideal for those following a plant-based diet or wanting to reduce the consumption of animal products. They can be served alone, with a side of vegetables, or inside a sandwich with sauces and salad for a complete and balanced meal. Moreover, they are easy to prepare in advance and keep well in the fridge, making them perfect for weekly meal prep.
At the end of the recipe, in the FAQ section, I have answered some questions regarding this preparation. If you have other doubts or curiosities, you can write a comment or use the appropriate contact form at the end of the page.
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- Difficulty: Very Easy
- Cost: Cheap
- Preparation time: 20 Minutes
- Portions: 6 Pieces
- Cooking methods: Stove
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: Autumn, Winter
- Energy 190.82 (Kcal)
- Carbohydrates 22.78 (g) of which sugars 2.37 (g)
- Proteins 8.88 (g)
- Fat 7.33 (g) of which saturated 0.77 (g)of which unsaturated 0.33 (g)
- Fibers 7.38 (g)
- Sodium 37.76 (mg)
Indicative values for a portion of 100 g processed in an automated way starting from the nutritional information available on the CREA* and FoodData Central** databases. It is not food and / or nutritional advice.
* CREATES Food and Nutrition Research Center: https://www.crea.gov.it/alimenti-e-nutrizione https://www.alimentinutrizione.it ** U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, 2019. https://fdc.nal.usda.gov
Ingredients for chickpea and kale burgers
- 18 oz cooked, boiled chickpeas
- 7 oz kale (already cooked)
- 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- as needed breadcrumbs
Tools
- Blender
- Bowls
- Ice Cream Scoop
- Pan
Recipe for chickpea and kale burgers
Start preparing the chickpea and kale burgers by washing and cleaning the kale and cooking it in boiling water or steaming it for about 5 minutes.
For this recipe, you can use canned chickpeas or cook 7 oz of dry chickpeas after soaking them for 24 hours.
Place both the cooked chickpeas and the kale in the cup of a blender or food processor.
Continue by adding the nutritional yeast (which is not the one for leavening), smoked paprika or other spices to your liking, garlic powder, and extra virgin olive oil.
Blend until you get a fairly firm mixture; if necessary, add some breadcrumbs.
Taste and if necessary, adjust the salt.
Form the burgers: take two scoops of the mixture (to make them all the same I used an ice cream scoop), form a ball, and then flatten it between your hands to create the burgers.
Then coat each burger in breadcrumbs, making sure it sticks well.
Cook the burgers in a pan with a little extra virgin olive oil for 5-6 minutes per side or in the oven at 400°F for about fifteen minutes, turning them halfway through cooking.
Serve the chickpea and kale burgers with salads or seasonal vegetables.
Chickpea and Kale Burger
Check this section to clear your doubts; if you don’t find the answer to your question, comment or write to me using the form below.
With kale, I also prepared Kale and Bean Soup in a Slow Cooker
FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
Can the burgers be frozen?
Absolutely! After forming the burgers, you can freeze them raw, separated by parchment paper. When needed, cook them directly from frozen, adding a few more minutes to the cooking time.
Can I replace kale with another vegetable?
Yes! If you don’t have kale, you can substitute it with spinach, Swiss chard, or curly kale. Make sure to cook and squeeze them well before adding to the mixture.
Can I cook them in an air fryer?
Yes! Place the burgers in the basket, brush them with a little oil, and cook at 350°F for about 12-15 minutes, turning them halfway through cooking.
Find many ideas for cooking chickpeas here –> Recipes with Chickpeas and Chickpea Flour
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