Falafel Burgers (Vegan & High-Protein)

These falafel burgers are a larger version of falafel, perfect for serving burger style. Packed with 21g of protein and full of flavor.

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 25

Total Time 35

Servings patties

Calories 224

Author Elizabeth

½ Medium Red Onion cut into chunks
4 Cloves Garlic
1 Cup Packed Fresh Parsley
1 Cup Packed Fresh Cilantro
2 Tablespoons Dried Dill
2 Tablespoons Lemon Juice
2 Tablespoons Tahini
1 Tablespoons Kosher Salt
1 Tablespoon Ground Black Pepper
1 Tablespoon Cumin
1 Tablespoon Coriander
½ Teaspoon Cayenne
¼ Teaspoon Baking Powder
¼ Teaspoon Baking Soda
¾ Cup Vital Wheat Gluten or Oat Flour
1 15 Ounce Can Chickpeas drained and rinsed
2 Tablespoons Sesame Seeds
To serve: vegan buns, lettuce/spinach, pickled red onions/onion, tahini, tzatziki, etc.

Preheat the oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. (See post for pan-frying instructions.)
Add the onion, garlic, parsley, cilantro, dill, lemon juice, tahini, salt, pepper, cumin, coriander, cayenne, baking powder, and baking soda to a food processor. Pulse several times to combine.
Add the chickpeas and vital wheat gluten. Pulse again to break down the chickpeas.
Use a ½ cup measure to shape the mixture into four patties. Arrange on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake for 25-30 minutes (until internal temperature reaches 195°F).
Serve burger-style, with buns, lettuce/spinach, pickled red onions/onion, tahini, tzatziki, etc.