Description
This black bean burger is a hearty, flavorful plant-based option made with simple ingredients and bold spices. It delivers a satisfying texture and works perfectly for an easy lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
2 cups cooked black beans, drained and rinsed
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1/4 cup grated carrot
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 egg or flax egg
1 tablespoon ketchup
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Instructions
- Place the black beans in a large bowl and mash with a fork until mostly broken down but still slightly chunky.
- Add the chopped onion, garlic, grated carrot, and cilantro, then mix well.
- Stir in the breadcrumbs, soy sauce, olive oil, ketchup, mustard, cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and black pepper until evenly combined.
- Add the egg or flax egg and mix until the mixture holds together.
- Shape the mixture into evenly sized patties.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat with a little oil.
- Cook the patties for 4 to 5 minutes on each side until browned and heated through.
- Serve on buns with toppings like lettuce, tomato, avocado, or sauce.
Notes
Use a flax egg to make the recipe fully plant-based.
Add chopped jalapeño or corn for extra flavor and texture.
Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for longer storage.
Reheat in a skillet to maintain crispiness or use an oven or microwave for convenience.
The mixture can be prepared ahead and refrigerated for up to 1 day before cooking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan Fry
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 8 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg
