Burger di Zucchine

Burger di Zucchine is a delightful vegan Italian burger made from fresh zucchinis, herbs, and chickpeas, providing a burst of flavor in every bite. Perfect for a light meal, these burgers are both satisfying and nutritious.

Ingredients

• Zucchini - 200 grams, grated
• Chickpeas - 100 grams, cooked and mashed
• Breadcrumbs - 50 grams
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Nutritional yeast - 2 tablespoons
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Whole grain burger buns - 2
• Sliced tomato - 1 (for serving)
• Lettuce leaves - 2 (for serving)

Steps

1. Grate the zucchini and place it in a clean kitchen towel; squeeze out excess moisture.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the grated zucchini, mashed chickpeas, breadcrumbs, minced garlic, chopped parsley, nutritional yeast, olive oil, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice. Mix until well combined.
3. Shape the mixture into two burger patties.
4. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add a splash of olive oil.
5. Cook the patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crisp.
6. Toast the whole grain burger buns in the same skillet for 1-2 minutes until lightly browned.
7. Assemble the burgers by placing a zucchini patty on each bun, topped with sliced tomatoes and lettuce.
8. Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious Burger di Zucchine!

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 35 g
• Fiber: 8 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 320 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 9 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 0.15 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in fiber, promoting digestive health.
• Low in calories, aiding in weight management.

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