Nommy Falafel Burgers

Bite into the ultimate veggie delight with these Nommy Falafel Burgers—crispy, golden-brown patties bursting with fragrant herbs and aromatic spices. Made with protein-packed chickpeas, fresh parsley, cilantro, and a flavorful blend of cumin, coriander, and smoked paprika, these plant-based burgers are as satisfying as they are nutritious. The patties are pan-fried to perfection and stacked on toasted buns with crisp lettuce, juicy tomato slices, and a drizzle of creamy tahini or yogurt sauce for an extra layer of indulgence. Ready in just under 45 minutes, these falafel burgers are perfect for weeknight dinners or weekend cookouts. Pair them with sweet potato fries or a vibrant side salad for a wholesome, crowd-pleasing meal. Vegan-friendly and packed with Middle Eastern-inspired flavors, these burgers are sure to become a household favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 15 oz Canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup Fresh parsley, chopped
• 0.5 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
• 0.5 cup Red onion, diced
• 3 Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tsp Ground cumin
• 1 tsp Ground coriander
• 1 tsp Smoked paprika
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 0.25 cup Chickpea flour (or all-purpose flour)
• 0.5 tsp Baking powder
• 2 tbsp Olive oil (for cooking)
• 4 Burger buns
• 4 Lettuce leaves
• 8 Tomato slices
• 0.5 cup Tahini sauce or yogurt sauce (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a food processor, combine the drained chickpeas, parsley, cilantro, red onion, garlic, cumin, coriander, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Pulse the ingredients until a coarse texture forms, but avoid over-processing into a paste.

Step 2

Transfer the falafel mixture to a mixing bowl. Stir in the chickpea flour and baking powder until well combined. The mixture should hold together when pressed between your fingers. If too dry, add a teaspoon of water; if too wet, add more flour.

Step 3

Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions. Shape each portion into a patty about 3/4-inch thick.

Step 4

Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Cook the falafel patties in batches, 2 at a time, for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy. Add the remaining olive oil as needed.

Step 5

Toast the burger buns lightly in the skillet or toaster.

Step 6

Assemble the burgers by placing a lettuce leaf on the bottom half of each bun, followed by a falafel patty, 2 slices of tomato, and a drizzle of tahini sauce or yogurt sauce if desired. Top with the other half of the bun.

Step 7

Serve the Nommy Falafel Burgers warm with your favorite sides such as sweet potato fries or a fresh salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1403.9 grams (1403.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2226

Total Fat 110.80g	142%
Saturated Fat 14.20g	71%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 5253mg	228%
Total Carbohydrate 251.20g	91%
Dietary Fiber 58.40g	209%
Total Sugars 38.90g
Protein 80.90g	162%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1178mg	91%
Iron 47mg	262%
Potassium 4911mg	104%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 42.9%

Protein: 13.9%

Carbs: 43.2%