Spicy Chickpea Burger Crumbles with Avocado Lime Salsa

Ingredients

• 1 can (400g), drained and rinsed canned chickpeas
• 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed
• 6 tablespoons water
• 1 cup whole wheat breadcrumbs
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• ¼ cup, chopped fresh coriander
• 1, diced avocado
• 1 cup, halved cherry tomatoes
• ¼, finely chopped red onion
• 1 tablespoon coconut aminos
• ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps

1. 1. In a small bowl, combine ground flaxseed and water. Let it sit for about 5 minutes to thicken.
2. 2. In a large bowl, mash the chickpeas with a fork or potato masher until mostly smooth with some chunks remaining.
3. 3. Mix in the thickened flaxseed, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, smoked paprika, cumin, black pepper, salt, lime juice, and chopped coriander. Stir until well combined.
4. 4. Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Form the mixture into small crumbles and cook in the skillet for about 10 minutes, flipping occasionally until golden brown.
5. 5. While the crumbles cook, prepare the avocado lime salsa. In a bowl, combine diced avocado, halved cherry tomatoes, chopped red onion, lime juice, and coconut aminos. Gently mix to combine.
6. 6. Serve the spicy chickpea burger crumbles topped with the avocado lime salsa.

Notes

• If you prefer a milder version, reduce or omit the cayenne pepper.
• Nutrition estimate is approximate and can vary based on specific ingredient brands.

Substitutions

• If avoiding gluten, use gluten-free breadcrumbs or ground oats instead of whole wheat breadcrumbs.