Baked Falafel Burger with Chipotle Mayo

This baked falafel burger is a healthy vegan recipe made with chickpeas and spices and served with a spicy chipotle mayo sauce. Plus they're so easy to make!

Healthy and so easy....I am in love with these falafel burgers!

I've been meaning to try making falafel burgers for so long. Ever since I first tried making falafel from scratch I knew that it would taste amazing in a burger mainly because there are very few things that don't taste better sandwiched between two slices of bread.

This recipe is really very similar to my herby baked falafel but it's slightly firmer which makes it perfect to serve in burger buns like I have here. 

In terms of toppings I went with a super simple chipotle mayo (use vegan mayo if needed), rocket and more of my super quick pickled red onions which I've used on pretty much everything I've eaten recently. If you want to make your own batch then find the original recipe is this spicy tofu sandwich post.

Why we love this recipe:

• First off, they're vegan which is great for avoiding meat and dairy. Just make sure you use vegan mayo  in the chipotle mayo
• It's also a great healthy dinner which has so much flavour thanks to the herbs and spices in the mixture
• It's also surprisingly quick to make you just need to whiz some things up in a blender, shape the patties and bake them
• Finally, this recipe is pretty versatile so if you want to try different combinations of spices or different toppings or sauces then go for it!

Ingredients:

• Chickpeas: I use the tinned ones because I never have the foresight to soak dried ones
• Sesame Seeds: This helps to give an extra nutty flavour to the burgers
• Garlic: The more the better in my opinion
• Red Onion: Gets blended up into the mix for the burgers
• Coriander (Cilantro): To give that extra herby flavour
• Plain Flour: To bind the burgers
• Spices: Cumin, coriander and cayenne pepper

How to make it

1. Blend the burger ingredients: Put the chickpeas and sesame seeds in a food processor until it's a paste then add the garlic, red onion and coriander and blend until mixed.
2. Make the burgers and mayo: Tip the mixture into a bowl and add the flour and spices and mix then shape into 8 patties. Mix the mayo and chipotle paste.
3. Bake and serve: Put the burgers in the oven then once they're cooked serve with your choice of toppings.

FAQs

Are falafel burgers healthy?

These burgers are a great healthy dinner option. They're made with chickpeas which are a great source of protein and they're baked rather than fried to cut down on any extra oil. I also like mine served with extra greens and pickled red onions for extra goodness.

How to serve falafel burgers?

I like mine served in brioche buns with plenty of that chipotle mayo smeared on top but you could also serve them in lettuce wraps if you like something a but lighter.

Are falafel burgers vegan?

The falafel burger itself is vegan and you can easily switch the regular mayo for vegan mayo to make the whole recipe suitable for vegans.

What to serve with these burgers?

As listed below, I build my falafel burgers with some fresh greens like rocket and a hint of tangy sweetness from the pink pickled onions followed by a smear of chipotle mayo. On the side I like to serve them with potato wedges and plenty of that extra mayo. 

Is falafel served hot or cold?

Falafel works great hot or cold. I served this burger hot for dinner but then it worked amazingly cold for lunch the next day.

What is a falafel burger made of?

Although falafel often has chickpea flour in it these burgers just use blended cooked chickpeas along with a mixture of sesame seeds, garlic, red onion, coriander, plain flour and plenty of spices. 

Expert tips for make this recipe:

Depending on the size of your blender you might need to make the mixture in batches. I needed to do two batches because my blender is quite small

This recipe makes 8 burgers so it's great for meal prep and you can store the leftover burgers in the fridge, just wrap them up and they'll store up to a week

If you want to reheat the burgers then you can do it in the microwave or pop them in the oven for a few minutes

These burgers can also be frozen and when you want to eat them just defrost thoroughly then eat cold or reheated

I like these burgers served in brioche buns but if you want something lighter then these are great in a lettuce wrap or on a salad

To make these burgers super quick I use tinned chickpeas but if you prefer then you can use dried chickpeas, just make sure to soak them the night before you need them

The chipotle mayo can be made with vegan mayo if you prefer. The recipe calls for 1-2 teaspoons of chipotle paste so adjust the amount according to how spicy you like things

To make these burgers gluten free then switch the plain flour for your preferred gluten free flour

If you can't find chipotle paste at the shops then you can order it on amazon.

Want more? Try these other burger recipes!

• Easy Black Bean Burgers
• The Best Veggie Burgers with Sun Dried Tomato Mayo
• Crispy Fish Burger
• Beetroot Burgers with Whipped Feta
• 15 Minute Salmon Burgers with Garlic Yoghurt
• Mushroom Burger with Pearl Barley
• Tuna Burgers with Smoked Paprika Mayo

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