Vegetarian Chickpea Burgers

Submitted by mandabears

"This is a Everyday with Rachael Ray recipe that I found on Yahoo! Really good. I love chickpeas! Dijon mustard, ketchup and or mayonnaise to serve."

 

• Ready In: 13mins
• Ingredients: 9
• Serves: 4

ingredients

• 15 ounces chickpeas, rinsed and well drained
• 4 ounces diced green chilies, drained
• 2⁄3 cup flat leaf parsley
• 2⁄3 cup breadcrumbs
• salt and pepper
• 1 large egg, lightly beaten
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, I use Pam spray
• 4 slices cheddar cheese
• 4 hamburger buns, I use whole wheat

directions

1. In a food processor pulse the chickpeas, chilies, parsley until finely chopped.
2. Transfer mixture to a medium bowl.
3. Stir in bread crumbs, salt and pepper to taste.
4. Stir in the egg.
5. Form mixture into 4 patties, about 2/3 inches thick.
6. In a large skillet heat oil over medium-low heat.
7. Cook the burgers for 4 minutes.
8. Flip over and cook for 3 more minutes.
9. If desired, top the patties with cheese for the last minute of cooking.
10. Serve burgers with ketchup, Dijon mustard and or mayonnaise.