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
Total Fat
39
Trans Fat
0
Polyunsaturated Fat
22
Cholesterol
70
Sodium
252
Carbohydrates
19
Dietary Fiber
7
Protein
13

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.