Beany Burgers With Basil Tzatziki
These flavorful borlotti bean burgers are a delightful vegetarian option that combines the earthy taste of beans with the crunch of pine nuts and the aromatic notes of fresh thyme. Served in warm flatbreads with a dollop of refreshing basil tzatziki, these burgers offer a satisfying and balanced meal perfect for a meatless dinner.
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 50g pine nuts
- 425g can borlotti beans , drained and rinsed
- 1 small red onion , finely chopped
- 2 tbsp sundried tomato paste
- 85g fresh breadcrumbs
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves or 1 tsp dried
- 1 egg , beaten
- sunflower oil , for frying
- basil tzatziki (see separate recipe)
- flatbreads, tortilla or pitta breads
Instructions
- Place a frying pan over a medium heat and lightly toast the pine nuts for 2-3 mins or until golden. Remove from pan and set to one side.
- Put the borlotti beans into a large bowl and mash well with a potato masher or fork. Add the pine nuts, onion, tomato paste, half the breadcrumbs, the thyme and egg. Season to taste, then gently mix together until the ingredients are thoroughly combined.
- With slightly wet hands, shape the mixture into 4 burgers. Coat the outside of each burger with the remaining breadcrumbs. Cover and chill in the fridge for at least 30 mins.
- To cook the burgers: heat a thin layer of sunflower oil in a large frying pan and fry for 3-4 mins each side until golden. Drain on kitchen paper, then serve in warmed flatbreads, tortillas or pittas and spoon over the Basil tzatziki.
Cook Time
15M
Prep Time
PT10M
Yield
Serves 4
Nutrition
- Calories: 350 calories
- Fat Content: 22 grams fat
- Saturated Fat Content: 3 grams saturated fat
- Carbohydrate Content: 29 grams carbohydrates
- Sugar Content: 2 grams sugar
- Fiber Content: 4 grams fiber
- Protein Content: 11 grams protein
- Sodium Content: 1 milligram of sodium
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