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    Vegan Pumpkin Burger

    Published: Sep 22, 2016 · Modified: Jul 11, 2020 by Sina · This post may contain affiliate links · 22 Comments

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    Pumpkin Burger

    Vegan Pumpkin Burger

    Hello, fall! Hello, pumpkin season! Hello, vegan pumpkin burger. I just can’t believe September is almost over. This is probably the first time in my life I’m actually looking forward to fall and all its delicious hearty dishes. This will probably only last until it gets all rainy and yucky outside…Then I’ll start to miss summer again. Haha!

    Vegan Pumpkin Burger

    I just got back from Bali a week ago and I saw all these yummy-looking pumpkin dishes on Instagram while I was there. So I was in a real fall mood when I got back. The first pumpkin recipe I made this year was my vegan pumpkin smoothie, which kinda tastes like liquid pumpkin pie. And the second one was this vegan pumpkin burger with lamb’s lettuce, pomegranate, mushrooms, and garlic mayonnaise. Or vegannaise, however you wanna call it.

    Vegan Pumpkin Burger

    I actually didn’t intend to make this burger for the blog. I was just looking for a way to use up some leftover pumpkin. But it turned out so delicious that I just had to share it with you guys. Some veggie patties just won’t hold together, but these pumpkin patties turned out super firm and they stick together really well. I used ground flaxseeds as a binder and I think the chickpeas also do a great job in these veggie burgers.

    Vegan Pumpkin Burger

    Our vacation to Bali went by waaaay too fast, just like always. We were there for two weeks and had such a great time. We took it really slow since the last few months have been absolutely crazy and super busy. We rented a scooter to get around and visited lots of temples, markets, beaches and just enjoyed the beautiful nature. Oh, and the food was just amazing! I was so surprised that they had so many vegan and vegetarian restaurants. We found a smoothie shop not far from our hotel (or it actually was a homestay) and had the most delicious smoothies and vegan burritos. And I really fell in love with the Balinese food and their fruits!

    Vegan Pumpkin Burger

    And the best thing is Flo and I got engaged!!! He proposed during sunset at the beach and I was so surprised and totally stoked! I mean we talked about marrying in like the near future, but I didn’t think he was gonna ask me in Bali. We’ve been together for more than seven years and he really is the love of my life, so I’m super excited to marry him!! We’re actually high school sweethearts. Haha!

    Vegan Pumpkin Burger

    The recipe for this vegan pumpkin burger is really easy. I feel like I say that for all my recipes, but for a veggie patty it really is pretty easy. You need three main ingredients for the pumpkin burger: Pumpkin puree, rolled oats, and chickpeas. Just mash the chickpeas with a fork (leaving some of them intact for texture), add the pureed pumpkin, the oats, and some spices. I used Italian seasoning, paprika powder, salt, and garlic. I also added a chopped and sautéd onion and two small cloves of garlic. Serve them on whole wheat buns with lamb’s lettuce, mushrooms, and pomegranate and you got the perfect fall burger.

    I hope you like this vegan pumpkin burger as much as we do! Let me know if you give it a try.

    Have a great week, everyone! Sina- xx

     

     

     

    Vegan Pumpkin Burger

    Vegan Pumpkin Burger

    This vegan pumpkin burger with lamb's lettuce, mushrooms, pomegranate, and garlic mayonnaise is just perfect for fall! Super healthy and insanely delicious!
    4.67 from 9 votes
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    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 10 mins
    Cook Time: 15 mins
    Total Time: 30 mins
    Servings: 4 burgers
    Author: Sina

    Ingredients

    For the vegan pumpkin patties:

    • 1 tablespoon ground flax seeds
    • 3 tablespoons water
    • 1 1/2 cups canned chickpeas, drained
    • 1 cup pumpkin puree
    • 1 1/2 cups rolled oats
    • 2 cloves of garlic, minced
    • 1 small onion, chopped
    • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
    • 1 teaspoon paprika powder
    • 1/2 teaspoon mustard
    • salt, to taste
    • black pepper, to taste

    For the rest:

    • 4 whole grain buns with sunflower seeds
    • 2 handful lamb's lettuce
    • about 5-6 mushrooms, sliced
    • 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds
    • 4 tablespoons vegan mayonnaise
    • 1 small clove of garlic, minced

    Instructions

    • Combine the ground flaxseeds with the water and let it sit for at least 5 minutes.
    • Heat some oil in a medium-sized pan and sauté the onion and the garlic for 2-3 minutes. Set aside. Heat some more oil and sear the mushrooms for about 3 minutes.
    • Mash the chickpeas with a fork, leaving some intact for texture. In a bowl, combine the chickpeas, the pumpkin puree, and the oats. Add the Italian seasoning, the paprika powder, the mustard, the flaxseed-water mixture, and the sautéd onion and the garlic. Season with salt and pepper. Form four burger patties.
    • Heat some oil and cook the patties for about 2-3 minutes on each side. Put the vegan mayonnaise in a small bowl and stir in the minced garlic.
    • Serve the pumpkin pattties on whole wheat buns with lamb's lettuce, mushrooms, garlic mayonnaise, and top with them with pomegranate seeds. Serve with potato wedges.
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    1. Dusica

      August 17, 2020 at 10:51 pm

      5 stars
      As I was cooking my pumpkin pieces I landed here on your site to see what I could do with them later on.
      Finally something that’s not sweet but savory. Easy to remember ingredients and stuff I usually have on hand.

      Wonder if sweet potatoes can be used instead of pumpkin, in case I run out of pumpkin…

      Reply
    2. Maggie Robinson

      September 02, 2019 at 5:33 pm

      5 stars
      I made a batch of pumpkin burgers using your recipe. Honestly they are awesome, full of flavour, all natural ingredients, easy to make and did I say tasty? Thank you for this super recipe.

      Reply
    3. Tina

      December 05, 2018 at 9:28 pm

      5 stars
      Thanks for the recipe! Love the texture of these lil patties. Instead of just one teaspoon of Italian seasoning, I used probably 3 tablespoons of za’atar seasoning plus 1/2 teaspoon sumac, in addition to the 1 teaspoon paprika (I used smoked). I also added about 1 teaspoon of apple cider vinegar — it both balanced out the flavor and held the mixture together. I used a 1/2 cup measuring cup to make the patties and ended up with 6 plus a little remainder patty, then I baked them — not because I’m averse to pan frying, but because I wanted to toss them in the oven and forget about them for a little while. I did grease the pan and I sprayed the tops with some aerosolized olive oil. I baked at 350°F for 15 minutes. They turned out slightly crispy on the outside, soft on the inside. I know you intended for these to be burgers, but I’m also thinking they’ll be great with some roast veggies!

      Reply
    4. Punam Paul

      October 15, 2018 at 1:14 pm

      5 stars
      The burger is favorite to my son but he always avoids pumpkin. Now after your recipe I have an option to serve pumpkin hidden in the burger. Great!

      Reply
    5. Anna

      June 28, 2018 at 2:01 am

      5 stars
      Yummy! Really loved this burger.

      Reply
    6. Katherine @Simple Plant Based Life

      October 21, 2016 at 4:48 pm

      This looks and sounds absolutely amazing! I have everything but the burger buns, so I’m definitely making it this weekend. Thanks for posting this great recipe!

      Reply
    7. Vanessa @ VeganFamilyRecipes.com

      September 26, 2016 at 1:54 pm

      Love the look of this pumpkin burger! So smart of you to add mushrooms and pomegranate. Pinned it to my fall board for some inspo! Thanks so much for sharing!

      Reply
    8. Mel | avirtualvegan.com

      September 24, 2016 at 9:03 pm

      Wow congratulations! Sounds like you have a keeper there! The burgers look awesome too. So seasonal. I am loving all things pumpkin at the moment!

      Reply
    9. Sophia | Veggies Don't Bite

      September 24, 2016 at 7:06 am

      Fall burgers are one of my faves!!! Looks delicious Sina!

      Reply
    10. Cadry

      September 23, 2016 at 1:39 am

      Congratulations on your engagement!! That’s so exciting. And Bali sounds like a wonderful place for a proposal. I’ve never been there, but in every picture I’ve seen, it’s gorgeous.

      Reply
    11. Linda @ Veganosity

      September 23, 2016 at 1:05 am

      Congratulations! My husband and I are high school sweethearts and we got engaged after seven years of dating too!! We’ve been together for 36 years and married for 27. :) Oh, and those pumpkin burgers look and sound incredible.

      Reply
      • Sina

        September 23, 2016 at 12:39 pm

        Thanks, Linda. Haha! So funny that you guys got engaged after seven years too. Wow, 36 years! That sounds awesome! :-)

        Reply
    12. Jenn

      September 22, 2016 at 8:54 pm

      Congratulations, Sina!! That is so exciting. 2 weeks in Bali sounds like heaven and to top it off with an engagement – sheer bliss!

      And these pumpkin burgers looks amazing! Love all those toppings and that drippy garlic mayo sauce!

      Reply
      • Sina

        September 23, 2016 at 12:37 pm

        Thanks so much, Jenn! :-) It really was like heaven! As always, it just went by waaay too fast.

        Reply
    13. Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      September 22, 2016 at 8:37 pm

      I love this! Such an awesome Fall burger idea!

      Reply
      • Sina

        September 23, 2016 at 12:25 pm

        Thanks, Rebecca!

        Reply
    14. Becky Striepe

      September 22, 2016 at 8:14 pm

      This looks like the perfect meal for this summer-to-fall time when it’s still warm enough to grill!

      Reply
      • Sina

        September 23, 2016 at 12:25 pm

        Thanks, Becky! I haven’t tried making them on the grill yet, but I’m sure this would work really well. I love this time of year! :-)

        Reply
    15. Dianne

      September 22, 2016 at 8:13 pm

      This is so creative, and so perfect for fall!

      Reply
      • Sina

        September 23, 2016 at 12:24 pm

        Thanks, Dianne!

        Reply
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