Save to Pinterest Hearty flavorful black bean burgers with a crispy exterior and tender center are perfect for a budget-friendly protein-rich vegetarian or vegan meal.
I first made these black bean burgers for a family cookout and they quickly became a go-to meal for busy weeknights. Served with fresh toppings these patties are always a hit—even among non-vegans.
Ingredients
- Black beans: 1 (15 oz / 425 g) can drained and rinsed
- Rolled oats: 1/2 cup (60 g)
- Red onion: 1/2 small finely chopped
- Carrot: 1 small grated
- Garlic: 2 cloves minced
- Ground flaxseed (or chia seed): 2 tbsp
- Water (egg replacer): 6 tbsp
- Tomato paste: 2 tbsp
- Soy sauce or tamari: 1 tbsp
- Smoked paprika: 1 tsp
- Ground cumin: 1/2 tsp
- Chili powder: 1/2 tsp
- Salt: 1/2 tsp
- Black pepper: 1/4 tsp
- Olive oil (or vegetable oil): 2 tbsp
- Burger buns: 4 whole wheat or gluten-free (optional)
- Lettuce leaves: to serve (optional)
- Tomato slices: to serve (optional)
- Avocado slices: to serve (optional)
- Vegan mayonnaise or ketchup: to serve (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare flaxseed mixture:
- In a small bowl mix ground flaxseed with water. Let stand for 5 minutes to thicken.
- Mash beans:
- In a large bowl mash black beans with a fork or potato masher leaving some texture.
- Mix ingredients:
- Add oats onion carrot garlic tomato paste soy sauce smoked paprika cumin chili powder salt and pepper to the beans. Stir until well combined.
- Add flaxseed mixture:
- Stir the flaxseed mixture into the bean mixture making sure everything is mixed thoroughly.
- Rest the mixture:
- Let mixture rest for 5 minutes to absorb excess moisture.
- Shape patties:
- Form the mixture into 4 equal patties.
- Cook patties:
- Heat olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Cook each patty for 5 6 minutes per side until crisp and golden brown.
- Serve:
- Place patties on buns if desired. Add lettuce tomato avocado and sauce of choice.
Save to Pinterest My kids love helping shape the burger patties and picking their own toppings at dinner. It always turns into a fun and tasty family meal.
Serving Suggestions
Enjoy black bean burgers with sweet potato fries a fresh green salad or tucked inside a pita wrap. They also taste great topped with avocado salsa.
Allergen Information
This recipe contains soy and may contain gluten depending on the oats and buns used. Check labels for safety if you have allergies.
Nutritional Information
Each burger (without bun or toppings) contains about 210 calories 6 g total fat 31 g carbohydrates and 9 g protein.
Save to Pinterest Serve these black bean burgers hot and customize your toppings for a delicious filling meal every time.
Recipe Questions & Answers
- → How do I achieve a crispy exterior?
Cook the patties in a hot nonstick skillet with olive oil, allowing enough time to form a golden crust on each side without flipping too often.
- → What binds the black bean mixture?
Ground flaxseed mixed with water acts as an egg replacer, helping the mixture hold together during cooking.
- → Can I make this gluten-free?
Yes, substitute regular oats with gluten-free oats and use gluten-free buns to keep the dish gluten-free.
- → How can I add extra flavor or heat?
Incorporate chopped jalapeños or chipotle powder into the mixture for a spicy twist.
- → What are good serving suggestions?
Serve the patties on whole wheat or gluten-free buns with lettuce, tomato, avocado, and vegan mayo or ketchup for added freshness and flavor.