Hamburguesa de Aceitunas

Hamburguesa de Aceitunas is a delicious vegan Spanish burger that combines the briny flavor of olives with hearty chickpeas and spices, creating a flavorful patty that is both satisfying and nutritious. Served on a toasted bun with fresh veggies and a tangy aioli, it's a unique twist on the classic burger.

Ingredients

• Canned chickpeas - 240 grams, drained and rinsed
• Green olives, pitted - 100 grams, chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Red onion - 50 grams, finely chopped
• Fresh parsley - 30 grams, chopped
• Whole wheat breadcrumbs - 50 grams
• Ground cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Smoked paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Burger buns - 2, whole grain preferred
• Lettuce - 2 leaves
• Tomato - 1 medium, sliced
• Vegan mayo - 2 tablespoons

Steps

1. In a large mixing bowl, mash the drained chickpeas with a fork until mostly smooth, leaving some chunks for texture.
2. Add the chopped green olives, minced garlic, red onion, parsley, breadcrumbs, ground cumin, smoked paprika, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to the mashed chickpeas. Mix until well combined.
3. Form the mixture into two equal-sized patties, about 1.5 cm thick.
4. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add a teaspoon of olive oil. Once hot, add the patties and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown.
5. While the patties are cooking, toast the burger buns in a separate pan or oven until lightly golden.
6. Assemble the hamburguesas by spreading vegan mayo on the bottom bun, adding a lettuce leaf, the cooked patty, and tomato slices. Top with the other half of the bun and serve hot.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 40 g
• Fiber: 10 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in plant-based protein from chickpeas and healthy fats from olives.
• High in dietary fiber, promoting digestive health.

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