Thai Peanut and Coconut Green Veggie Burgers

These veggie burgers are packed with flavor, thanks to the combination of sweet vegetables, savory beans, and creamy peanut sauce. They're also easy to make, and can be baked or pan-fried.

I've always been a fan of veggie burgers, but I've never been able to find one that I really loved. They're often dry, bland, or just plain boring. So I decided to create my own recipe, and I'm so glad I did! These veggie burgers are everything I've ever wanted in a veggie burger: they're moist, flavorful, and satisfying. Plus, they're easy to make and can be customized to your liking.

Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 20 | Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
• 1 cup shredded zucchini
• 1 cup shredded carrots
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper
• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
• 1/4 cup Thai peanut sauce

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
2. In a large bowl, mash the black beans and chickpeas until they are mostly smooth.
3. Stir in the zucchini, carrots, onion, red bell pepper, cilantro, and peanut sauce.
4. Form the mixture into 8 patties.
5. Place the patties on a baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes, or until they are browned and cooked through.

Why It Works

• The combination of black beans and chickpeas gives these burgers a hearty texture and a good source of protein.
• The shredded zucchini and carrots add sweetness and moisture.
• The onion and red bell pepper add flavor and crunch.
• The cilantro adds a fresh, herbaceous flavor.
• The peanut sauce adds a creamy, nutty flavor and helps to hold the burgers together.