Chickpea Beet Veggie Burgers

Step 1

In a large skillet or pan heat oil over medium-high heat until hot.

Step 2

Add chopped onions and cook for a couple of minutes, or until tender, stirring frequently.  Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for another 30 seconds. Remove from heat.

Step 3

Rinse and drain chickpeas very well and put them in a food processor. Add shredded beets, salt, red pepper powder, and black pepper and gently pulse to combine. The mixture should still be a little bit chunky.

Step 4

Now, transfer the mixture to a large mixing bowl. Add sauteed onion and garlic, nutritional yeast, ground pumpkin seeds, 2 tablespoons chopped chives, 2 tablespoons chopped parsley, 1 tablespoon chopped basil, rolled oats, and chickpea flour.

Step 5

Use a spoon or your hands and mix everything until well combined. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.

Step 6

Form the mixture into 6 big patties (approximately 9 cm in diameter) or 8-9 smaller ones.

Step 7

Heat the oil in a non-stick frying pan over medium heat and cook on each side for about 2-3 minutes until golden.