California Walnut Omega Burgers

By California Walnuts
Total Time
26 Mins
Serves
6
Meal
Dinner Lunch

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.

Prep Time
20 Mins
Cook Time
6 Mins
Total Time
26 Mins
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

Ingredients

  • 2 cups California walnuts, toasted
  • 1 cup garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1/2 cup cooked red or white quinoa
  • 1/4 cup panko bread crumbs
  • 2 tablespoons chia seeds, ground
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped walnuts

Preparation

  1. 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.
  2. Using wet hands, shape mixture into 6 patties. Lightly press finely chopped walnuts onto both sides.
  3. 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.
  4. Serve on toasted whole grain buns or ciabatta rolls with lettuce, tomato and onion and any other desired condiments.