Black Bean Burgers

Whip up these flavorful and protein-packed Black Bean Burgers for a satisfying and healthy twist on classic comfort food. Made with hearty canned black beans, aromatic cumin and smoked paprika, and a touch of garlic, these plant-based patties are bursting with bold flavors. Perfectly crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, they come together in just 25 minutes, making them an ideal weeknight dinner or cookout favorite. Serve them on toasted burger buns loaded with fresh lettuce, juicy tomatoes, and crunchy red onion, then customize with your favorite condiments for a personalized touch. These veggie burgers are not just delicious but also a wholesome, budget-friendly option that will delight vegetarians and meat-lovers alike!

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 15-ounce can (rinsed and drained) canned black beans
• 0.5 cup breadcrumbs
• 0.5 medium (finely chopped) yellow onion
• 2 cloves (minced) garlic
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons (for cooking) olive oil
• 4 pieces burger buns
• 4 pieces lettuce leaves
• 4 slices sliced tomato
• 4 slices sliced red onion
• 0 to taste condiments (e.g., ketchup, mustard, mayo)

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, mash the rinsed and drained black beans using a fork or potato masher until mostly smooth, leaving some partial bean pieces for texture.

Step 2

Add the breadcrumbs, finely chopped onion, minced garlic, egg, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper to the mashed beans. Mix thoroughly until the ingredients are well combined and form a dough-like consistency.

Step 3

Divide the mixture into four equal portions and shape each portion into a patty about 1/2-inch thick.

Step 4

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the black bean patties to the skillet. Cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until the patties are golden brown and heated through.

Step 5

Optional: Toast the burger buns in the same skillet or under a broiler for a minute or two until lightly browned.

Step 6

Assemble the burgers by placing a lettuce leaf on the bottom bun, followed by a cooked black bean patty, a slice of tomato, a slice of red onion, and any condiments of your choice. Top with the remaining bun.

Step 7

Serve immediately and enjoy your homemade black bean burgers!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	905.7 grams (905.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1487

Total Fat 46.10g	59%
Saturated Fat 7.40g	37%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.40g
Cholesterol 225mg	75%
Sodium 3655mg	159%
Total Carbohydrate 205.00g	75%
Dietary Fiber 50.90g	182%
Total Sugars 19.90g
Protein 59.70g	119%

Vitamin D 54IU	269%
Calcium 442mg	34%
Iron 19mg	103%
Potassium 2580mg	55%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 28.2%

Protein: 16.2%

Carbs: 55.6%