Introduction
Welcome to another delicious recipe entry! Today, we’re tackling the veggie burger scene with this definitive and healthy choice: Zucchini-Chickpea Veggie Burgers with a delectable Tahini-Ranch Sauce. It’s a refreshing and nutritious dish that you don’t want to miss. Let’s get cooking!
Ingredients
Let’s start with the list of ingredients you’ll need for this recipe:
- 1 medium zucchini
- 1 can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- For the Tahini-Ranch Sauce:
- 1/2 cup tahini
- 1/4 cup ranch dressing
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon water
- Salt and pepper to taste
Procedure
Now that we’ve gathered our ingredients, let’s move onto the cooking steps:
- Begin by grating the zucchini. Once grated, use a cloth or paper towel to squeeze out the excess water.
- In a large bowl, combine the grated zucchini, chickpeas, onion, minced garlic, breadcrumbs, egg, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into burger patties. This recipe yields approximately six patties.
- Heat the olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, cook the patties for about 4 minutes on each side or until they are golden brown. Remove them from the heat and let them rest.
- While the burgers cook, let’s prepare the Tahini-Ranch Sauce. Whisk together tahini, ranch dressing, apple cider vinegar, water, salt, and pepper. Adjust the taste as necessary.
- Place the cooked patties onto your selected bread or bun, drizzle with the Tahini-Ranch Sauce, and add your preferred toppings and sides for a satisfying meal.
Conclusion
There you have it – healthy and scrumptious Zucchini-Chickpea Veggie Burgers just waiting to be enjoyed. The beauty of this recipe lies in its ability to be modified to suit your taste. As always, feel free to experiment and add your own touch. Bon appetit!
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