Chickpea & coriander burgers

Chickpea & Coriander Burgers are a flavorful, protein-packed veggie option that’s both nutritious and satisfying. Made with mashed chickpeas, fresh coriander, lemon zest, and a hint of cumin, these burgers offer a delicious balance of earthy and citrusy flavors. Lightly crisp on the outside and tender inside, they’re perfect for serving in a wholemeal bun with tomato, cucumber, and a touch of chili sauce for extra zing.

Prep:15 mins
Cook:10 mins
Serves:4

Ingredients

• 400g can chickpeas, drained
• zest 1 lemon, plus juice ½
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• small bunch coriander, chopped
• 1 egg
• 100g fresh breadcrumbs
• 1 medium red onion, ½ diced, ½ sliced
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 4 small wholemeal buns
• 1 large tomato, sliced, ½ cucumber, sliced and chilli sauce, to serve

Method

1. In a food processor, whizz the chickpeas, lemon zest, lemon juice, cumin, half the coriander, the egg and some seasoning. Scrape into a bowl and mix with 80g of the breadcrumbs and the diced onions. Form 4 burgers, press remaining breadcrumbs onto both sides and chill for at least 10 mins.
2. Heat the oil in a frying pan until hot. Fry the burgers for 4 mins each side, keeping the heat on medium so they don’t burn. To serve, slice each bun and fill with a slice of tomato, a burger, a few red onion slices, some cucumber slices, a dollop of chilli sauce and the remaining coriander.