Black Bean College Veggie Burgers

Whip up a satisfying and budget-friendly meal with these Black Bean College Veggie Burgers, a quick and wholesome recipe perfect for busy students and plant-based enthusiasts alike. Packed with protein-rich black beans, hearty rolled oats, and a burst of flavor from garlic, smoked paprika, and cumin, these burgers are easy to customize with vegan options like a flax egg. The patties are pan-fried to golden perfection in just minutes, making them ideal for weeknight dinners or meal prep. Serve on toasted buns with your favorite toppings—think creamy avocado, crisp lettuce, or zesty condiments—for a delicious and nutritious meatless option the whole family will love. Ready in under 30 minutes, these black bean burgers are proof that eating well doesn’t have to break the bank!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 can (15 ounces) cooked black beans (drained and rinsed)
• 0.5 cup breadcrumbs
• 0.25 cup rolled oats
• 0.5 (optional) small onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 egg (or flax egg for vegan option)
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.25 teaspoon chili powder (optional for spice)
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil (for pan frying)
• 4 burger buns
• 0 desired toppings (lettuce, tomato, avocado, etc.)

Directions

Step 1

Place the drained and rinsed black beans in a large bowl. Use a fork or potato masher to mash the beans until mostly smooth, leaving some chunks for texture.

Step 2

Add the breadcrumbs, rolled oats, finely chopped onion (if using), minced garlic, egg (or flax egg for vegan option), soy sauce or tamari, ground cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder (if desired), salt, and black pepper to the bowl. Mix until thoroughly combined.

Step 3

If the mixture feels too wet, add a tablespoon of additional breadcrumbs or oats at a time until it holds together when shaped.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Heat the olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Once hot, place the patties in the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and heated through.

Step 6

While the patties cook, lightly toast the burger buns in a toaster or in the skillet for added texture.

Step 7

Assemble your burgers by placing each cooked patty on a bun and adding your desired toppings, such as lettuce, tomato slices, avocado, or condiments like ketchup, mustard, or vegan mayo.

Step 8

Serve the black bean veggie burgers immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	249.5 grams (249.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	636

Total Fat 36.90g	47%
Saturated Fat 6.30g	32%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 186mg	62%
Sodium 1934mg	84%
Total Carbohydrate 65.00g	24%
Dietary Fiber 6.30g	23%
Total Sugars 6.50g
Protein 20.40g	41%

Vitamin D 41IU	205%
Calcium 122mg	9%
Iron 7mg	39%
Potassium 478mg	10%

*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: 49.3%

Protein: 12.1%

Carbs: 38.6%