Black Bean Burger Recipe

These Black Bean Burgers are a satisfying and nutritious plant-based alternative to a classic family favorite! Quick, easy, and flavorful.

Why you’ll love these

• Plant-Based. Whether you follow a vegan diet or simply want to incorporate more meatless meals, these burgers won’t disappoint. 
• Flavorful and Juicy. Thanks to fresh herbs, spices, and black beans, these burgers pack a punch while remaining SO moist.
• Easy. Throw a handful of ingredients into a food processor, and BOOM you’ve got yourself a great meatless meal. 
• Versatile. Use your favorite spices, toppings, and sides to create a new dish every time. 

What is a black bean burger?

A black bean burger is a meatless burger that’s made primarily from black beans. Serve it up on a bun with your favorite toppings just as you would with beef.

What does a black bean burger taste like?

These burgers have earthy, slightly sweet notes from the black beans, and are further flavored with fresh cilantro, tangy red onions, and smoky spices such as chili powder, cumin, and paprika. When made as directed, they almost have a taco flavor! 

Ingredients

• Chia Seeds and Water – create a vegan egg alternative that is packed with omega-3 fatty acids.,
• Veggies: Green Bell Pepper, Red Onion, and Garlic – provide flavor, nutrients, and color! Feel free to use whatever bell pepper/onion you have on hand (red bell pepper, green onion).  
• Cilantro – provides an earthy, bright flavor to balance out the smoky spices. Don’t love cilantro? Try parsley instead! 
• Spices: Chili Powder, Cumin, Paprika, and Salt – give these burgers a Tex-Mex flair. Feel free to use your favorite combination of spices instead. 
• Black Beans – our MVP that loads these burgers with protein and fiber. Be sure to rinse and drain the canned beans thoroughly. 
• Old Fashioned Oats – our binding agent that helps hold the burgers together. Use certified gluten free oats, if necessary. 

How to make

1. Pulse together veggies and spices in a food processor, then pulse in chia “egg”, beans, and oats.
2. Refrigerate for 1 hour, shape into patties, then bake for 20 minutes on a silicone mat lined baking sheet. 
3. Serve with your favorite burger fixings and enjoy!

How to shape black bean burgers

Use a measuring cup to portion out the black bean patty mixture evenly, then use your hands to flatten and shape them into patties. 

What holds black bean burgers together?

Old fashioned oats and a chia “egg” (made with chia seeds and water) act as binding agents that hold the patties together. 

Can i fry them?

Yes, simply heat avocado oil on a large non-stick skillet, then pan fry on both sides until the outside is crispy and the interior is hot. 

Are black bean burgers healthy?

Absolutely! These burgers are full of vitamins, minerals, protein, and fiber. They’re also low in fat and calories if you’re watching your intake. 

What to put on a black bean burger

Use your favorite burger toppings! These black bean burgers do, however, have a slight tex-mex flavor, so here are some of my favorite topping ideas: 

• Guacamole
• Pico de gallo
• Vegan cashew queso
• Pickled red onions
• Lettuce
• Tomato
• Vegan mayo, ketchup, and/or mustard
• Pickles

What to serve with black bean burgers

• Air fryer sweet potato fries
• Air fryer tater tots
• Vegan pasta salad
• Vegan lemon bars

How to store

Leftovers will last in a sealed airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months. 

To enjoy again, thaw, if frozen, then pan-fry or bake until warmed through. 

– Jennifer

Black Bean Burger Recipe

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These Black Bean Burgers are a satisfying and nutritious plant-based alternative to a classic family favorite! Quick, easy, and flavorful.

Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes minutes

Yield: 4 burgers

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Black Bean Burgers

• ▢ 1 tablespoon chia seeds
• ▢ 3 tablespoons water
• ▢ ½ green bell pepper roughly chopped
• ▢ ½ small red onion roughly chopped
• ▢ 2 cloves garlic peeled
• ▢ ¼ cup cilantro
• ▢ 1 tablespoon chili powder
• ▢ 1 tablespoon cumin
• ▢ 1 teaspoon paprika
• ▢ ½ teaspoon salt plus more to taste
• ▢ 1 (15 oz) can black beans drained and rinsed, then dried
• ▢ ¾ cups old fashioned oats

Burger Fixing Ideas

• ▢ Burger buns
• ▢ Guacamole
• ▢ Pico de gallo
• ▢ Vegan Cashew Queso
• ▢ Pickled red onions

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Instructions

• In a small bowl, combine chia seeds and water. Set aside for 10-15 minutes, or until the chia seeds have soaked up all the water. This is your chia "egg". 
• Place pepper, onion, garlic, cilantro, chili powder, cumin, paprika, and salt into a food processor, then pulse until the veggies have been finely chopped.
• Add in chia "egg", black beans, and oats, pulse again until everything has been well combined, then place in the fridge for 1 hour.
• Preheat oven to 375 degrees F and line a baking sheet with a silicone mat.
• Using a 1/2 cup measuring cup, divide the mixture into 4 even patties, then use your hands to shape them into burger patties.
• Bake in preheated oven for 10 minutes.
• Flip, then bake an additional 10 minutes.
• Serve with your favorite burger fixings and enjoy!
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STORING

Room Temp:N/A

Refrigerator:3-4 Days

Freezer:2-3 Months

Reheat:Bake or microwave until heated through

*Storage times may vary based on temperature and conditions

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Nutrition Information

Nutrition Facts

Black Bean Burger Recipe

Amount Per Serving (1 burger patty)

Calories 235 Calories from Fat 27

% Daily Value*

Fat 3g5%

Saturated Fat 1g6%

Polyunsaturated Fat 1g

Monounsaturated Fat 1g

Sodium 912mg40%

Potassium 513mg15%

Carbohydrates 41g14%

Fiber 15g63%

Sugar 1g1%

Protein 13g26%

Vitamin A 981IU20%

Vitamin C 14mg17%

Calcium 74mg7%

Iron 4mg22%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

*Note: Nutrition information is estimated and varies based on products used.

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Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American