Flavorful Black Bean Burger Recipe That’s Easy to Make
These black bean burgers are hearty, packed with flavor, and satisfying, perfect for family cookouts or quick weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed (or 1 1/2 cups cooked black beans)
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1 large egg, lightly beaten (or flaxseed egg for vegan option)
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp chili powder (optional)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil (for cooking)
Instructions
- Drain and rinse the black beans thoroughly to remove excess liquid. Pat them dry with a kitchen towel.
- Add the black beans and oats to a food processor. Pulse until the mixture is slightly chunky but well-combined (don’t over-process).
- Transfer the mixture to a mixing bowl. Stir in the egg, breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, smoked paprika, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until fully combined.
- Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions. Shape each portion into a patty about 1/2-inch thick.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the patties for 4-5 minutes per side, until golden brown and slightly crisp.
- Place the cooked patties on buns with your favorite toppings (lettuce, tomato, avocado, etc.). Enjoy!
Notes
[‘Don’t overblend the black bean mixture to maintain texture.’, ‘Chill the mixture for 15-20 minutes if the patties feel too wet.’, ‘Preheat the skillet for a crispy exterior.’, ‘Customize the flavor with shredded cheese or hot sauce.’]
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 patty
- Calories: 180
- Fat: 6
- Carbohydrates: 23
- Fiber: 6
- Protein: 8
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