Heart-Healthy Vegan Hamburger

Meet your new favorite burger night option: the *Heart-Healthy Vegan Hamburger*. Packed with wholesome plant-based ingredients like protein-rich black beans, heart-friendly walnuts, and fiber-boosting rolled oats, this vegan burger is as nutritious as it is satisfying. A blend of smoked paprika, ground cumin, and a hint of low-sodium soy sauce delivers a smoky, savory flavor profile, while a flaxseed "egg" keeps the patties perfectly bound and wholesome. Quick and easy to prepare in under 30 minutes, these golden-brown patties are served on whole grain buns and topped with fresh lettuce, tomato slices, and creamy vegan mayonnaise for a delightful combination of textures and flavors. Perfect for a family dinner or a healthy indulgence, this plant-powered burger is proof that comfort food can be both delicious and good for your heart!

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups cooked black beans
• 0.75 cup rolled oats
• 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed
• 2 tablespoons water
• 0.25 cup, finely diced red onion
• 2 cloves, minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce (low sodium)
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 0.25 cup, finely chopped walnuts
• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• 4 pieces whole grain burger buns
• 4 pieces lettuce leaves
• 4 slices sliced tomato
• 4 teaspoons vegan mayonnaise

Directions

Step 1

Prepare a flax egg by combining the ground flaxseed with water in a small bowl. Stir and let sit for 5 minutes to thicken.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, mash the black beans with a fork or potato masher until mostly smooth, leaving some texture.

Step 3

Add the rolled oats, finely diced red onion, minced garlic, smoked paprika, ground cumin, soy sauce, tomato paste, chopped walnuts, and the prepared flax egg to the bowl. Mix everything until well combined.

Step 4

Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape them into burger patties approximately 3/4-inch thick.

Step 5

Heat the olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Cook the patties for about 4–5 minutes on each side until they are golden brown and hold together well.

Step 6

Toast the whole grain burger buns lightly if desired. Assemble the burgers by layering each bun with a lettuce leaf, a patty, a tomato slice, and a teaspoon of vegan mayonnaise.

Step 7

Serve immediately and enjoy your heart-healthy vegan hamburgers!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	887.2 grams (887.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1897

Total Fat 63.80g	82%
Saturated Fat 8.40g	42%
Polyunsaturated Fat 17.50g
Cholesterol 5mg	2%
Sodium 2031mg	88%
Total Carbohydrate 280.10g	102%
Dietary Fiber 54.50g	195%
Total Sugars 29.10g
Protein 72.60g	145%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 437mg	34%
Iron 21mg	119%
Potassium 2495mg	53%

*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: 28.9%

Protein: 14.6%

Carbs: 56.4%