Caramelized Onion and Chickpea Burgers Recipe

Name: Caramelized Onion and Chickpea Burgers Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 large red, Spanish or sweet onions, thinly sliced; 2 garlic cloves, minced or thinly sliced (optional); 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary leaves; ½ teaspoon kosher salt, or more to taste; 2 cups canned chickpeas, rinsed, drained and mashed by hand; ½ cup panko breadcrumbs; 6 garlic cloves, minced; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro leaves; 2 tablespoons sesame tahini; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary leaves; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 2 lemons, quartered

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 large red, Spanish or sweet onions, thinly sliced
2 garlic cloves, minced or thinly sliced (optional)
1 tablespoon fresh rosemary leaves
½ teaspoon kosher salt, or more to taste
2 cups canned chickpeas, rinsed, drained and mashed by hand
½ cup panko breadcrumbs
6 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro leaves
2 tablespoons sesame tahini
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary leaves
1 teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 lemons, quartered

1
Place a large skillet over low heat and when it is hot, add the oil.
2
Add the remaining ingredients and cook, stirring only occasionally as necessary, until the onions are deeply browned and slightly gooey, about 40 minutes.
3
If the onions dry out, add water, 1 tablespoon at a time.
4
Use immediately or cover and refrigerate for up to 2 days.
5
Place the chickpeas, onions, panko, garlic, cilantro, tahini, lemon juice and rosemary in a large mixing bowl and mix until well combined.
6
Divide the mixture into 4 portions and form each into a patty about 34 to 1 inch thick, tossing it back and forth between your hands.
7
Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours and up to overnight.
8
Sprinkle the patties with the salt and pepper.
9
Place a cast iron skillet over high heat and when it is hot but not smoking add the burgers to the dry pan.
10
Cook until well seared on both sides and heated throughout, 8 to 10 minutes.
11
Serve immediately, garnished with lemon quarters.

664

kcal

Calories

Fat

115

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 large red, Spanish or sweet onions, thinly sliced, 2 garlic cloves, minced or thinly sliced (optional), 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary leaves, and more.

Yes, Caramelized Onion and Chickpea Burgers Recipe falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!