California Walnut Omega Burgers
Description
These burgers are packed with flavor without the guilt. California walnuts add a nice nutty note with a boost of Omega-3’s in this meat free patty.
Ingredients
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2 cups California walnuts, toasted
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1 cup garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained
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1/2 cup cooked red or white quinoa
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1/4 cup panko bread crumbs
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2 tablespoons chia seeds, ground
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2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
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2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
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1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
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2 eggs
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2 cloves garlic
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Salt and pepper to taste
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1/2 cup finely chopped walnuts
PREPARATION
- Combine walnuts, beans, quinoa, bread crumbs, chia seeds, vinegar, 1 tablespoon oil, cumin, eggs and garlic in food processor. Pulse to finely chop ingredients and season with salt and pepper.
- Using wet hands, shape mixture into 6 patties. Lightly press finely chopped walnuts onto both sides.
- Heat remaining oil in a very large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Cook patties for 3 to 4 minutes on each side or until golden brown, adding additional oil to skillet after turning if necessary.
- Serve on toasted whole grain buns or ciabatta rolls with lettuce, tomato and onion and any other desired condiments.
NUTRITION
- Calories: 450 cal
- Total Fat: 39 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Polyunsaturated Fat: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
- Sodium: 252 mg
- Carbohydrates: 19 g
- Dietary Fiber: 7 g
- Protein: 13 g