Name: Smoky BBQ Veggie Burger
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 cup cooked brown rice; 1 cup chickpeas, drained and rinsed; 1/2 cup rolled oats; 1 egg (or flax egg for vegan); 1 tsp smoked paprika; 1 tsp garlic powder; 1 tsp onion powder; 1/2 tsp cumin; 1/4 tsp black pepper; 1/4 cup BBQ sauce; 1 tbsp olive oil; 4 hamburger buns; 1 cup shredded cabbage; 1/2 cup shredded carrots; 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced; 1/4 cup chopped cilantro; 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar; 1 tbsp honey (or maple syrup for vegan)

Smoky BBQ Veggie Burger

A flavorful veggie burger with a smoky BBQ glaze, served on a toasted bun with crisp vegetables and a tangy slaw.

40 minutes4 servings

Method

In a large bowl, mash the chickpeas and rice with a fork until well combined.
Stir in oats, egg, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, and pepper until a patty mixture forms.
Divide the mixture into four equal portions and shape into patties.
In a small bowl, mix BBQ sauce, olive oil, and a pinch of salt.
Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the patties for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
In a separate bowl, combine cabbage, carrots, red onion, cilantro, vinegar, and honey (or maple syrup) for the slaw.
Toast the hamburger buns and assemble the burger with the slaw, cabbage, and carrots.
Serve immediately.

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