Garbanzo Bean and Tahini Burgers Recipe

Name: Garbanzo Bean and Tahini Burgers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 15- to 16-ounce can garbanz beans (chickpeas), rinsed, drained; 3 tablespoons minced red onion; 3 tablespoons chopped fresh dill; 2 1/2 tablespoons dry breadcrumbs; 1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 1 large egg white; 1 tablespoon tahini; 2 garlic cloves, peeled; 1/3 cup plain nonfat yogurt; 1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce; 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin; 2 pita bread rounds, warmed, halved horizontally; 2 cups shredded romaine lettuce; 1 cup chopped tomatoes

Servings: persons

1 15- to 16-ounce can garbanz beans (chickpeas), rinsed, drained
3 tablespoons minced red onion
3 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
2 1/2 tablespoons dry breadcrumbs
1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 large egg white
1 tablespoon tahini
2 garlic cloves, peeled
1/3 cup plain nonfat yogurt
1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
2 pita bread rounds, warmed, halved horizontally
2 cups shredded romaine lettuce
1 cup chopped tomatoes

1
Using fork, coarsely mash 3/4 cup garbanzo beans in medium bowl.
2
Mix in onion and next 3 ingredients.
3
Puree remaining garbanzo beans, egg white, tahini and garlic in processor until almost smooth.
4
Stir into mashed garbanzo bean mixture.
5
Season with salt and pepper.
6
Shape mixture into four 1/2-inch-thick patties.
7
(Can be made 4 hours ahead.
8
Cover and chill.)
9
If grilling, spray grill rack with nonstick spray, then prepare barbecue (medium heat).
10
If sauteing, spray large nonstick skillet with nonstick spray and heat over medium heat.
11
Lightly spray patties on both sides with nonstick spray.
12
Place patties on grill or in skillet and cook until golden brown and heated through, about three minutes per side.
13
Meanwhile, mix yogurt, hot pepper sauce and cumin in small bowl.
14
Place burgers in pita halves.
15
Top with lettuce, tomatoes and yogurt.

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* 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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 15- to 16-ounce can garbanz beans (chickpeas), rinsed, drained, 3 tablespoons minced red onion, 3 tablespoons chopped fresh dill, 2 1/2 tablespoons dry breadcrumbs, and more.

Yes, Garbanzo Bean and Tahini Burgers falls under the General 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!

Garbanzo Bean and Tahini Burgers

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