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Who can resist a delicious burger? Whether you love meat or prefer vegan options, this recipe is sure to become a household favorite. It has a texture similar to falafel and is packed with good-for-you ingredients. Fresh herbs, garlic, and onions ramp up the flavor, while carrots keep it nice and moist—because no one enjoys a dry burger!
Here’s why this burger is so good for you:
1. **Keeps you full and curbs your appetite:** Recent research has shown that a specific fiber in chickpeas (garbanzo beans) helps control appetite. Participants who added chickpeas to their diet consumed fewer processed snacks and generally ate less.
2. **High in fiber:** Chickpeas and lentils are known for being heart-friendly thanks to their high fiber content. Numerous studies have linked them to lower levels of LDL cholesterol, total cholesterol, and triglycerides.
3. **Feeds your gut bacteria:** Around 65-75% of the fiber in chickpeas is insoluble, meaning it reaches the last part of your large intestine (colon) undigested. Here, it’s broken down by bacteria to produce substantial amounts of short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs), like acetic, propionic, and butyric acid. These SCFAs are crucial for your gut health as they provide energy to the cells lining your intestinal wall, potentially reducing the risk of colon issues, including colon cancer.
Besides chickpeas, this burger boasts other superfoods like garlic, fresh herbs, ground almonds, and carrots. Time to dive into the recipe!
**Makes 8 small patties.**
– Try to use BPA-free canned chickpeas if possible.
– If you only have whole almonds, a food processor can grind them for you.
– You can make these without eggs. Just add a little water to compensate for the lost moisture.
– Planning to make this? Tag or #JoyousHealth on Instagram—I love seeing your creations!
