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Black Bean Walnut Burger (Vegan, Oil-Free!)
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Black Bean Walnut Burger (Vegan, Oil-Free!)

This black bean walnut burger blends ground walnuts, oats, black beans, onion, and an array of spices and sauces to create hearty vegan patties without added oil. The burger offers a dense texture with some chunky bits of beans, providing a wholesome and flavorful alternative to traditional meat burgers. It can be served on whole grain buns with typical burger toppings and sauces.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
30 mins
Total Time
45 mins
Servings: 5
Calories: 317 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Vegan, gluten-free

Ingredients

  • 1 cup walnuts
  • 1 cup rolled oats old-fashioned
  • 15 oz. black beans canned
  • 3/4 cup yellow onion diced
  • 2 Tbsp. tomato paste
  • 2 Tbsp. tamari
  • 1 Tbsp. Worcestershire sauce vegan
  • 2 tsp. Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp. onion powder
  • 1 tsp. cumin ground
  • 1/2 tsp. garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp. smoked paprika
For serving:
  • whole grain buns (GF if desired)
  • BBQ sauce
  • lettuce etc
  • onion
  • tomato

Instructions

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  1. Oven: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
  2. Prepare patties: In a large food processor, add walnuts and oats. Pulse until a medium-fine crumble forms. Dice onion and add to food processor. Then add all other seasonings & ingredients except black beans. Pulse/blend to combine, scraping down sides if needed.
  3. Add beans: Rinse and drain black beans. Gently pat dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture. Add beans to food processor. Pulse a few times to incorporate. (The mixture will be very dense, and it's okay to leave the beans chunky.) It takes a little patience, and you may have to stop a few times to scrape down the sides with a spatula to help encourage the mixture. (If you don't think your food processor can handle this, slightly mash the beans in a separate bowl. Then add the pulsed walnut/oat/spice mixture to the mashed bean bowl and stir well to combine.)
  4. Shape: Carefully remove the S-blade from your food processor. Then scoop out the mixture into 5 even balls. Shape into patties, and place on lined baking sheet. (For me, the mixture is about 1.4lbs. So I measure out five heaping "quarter pounders" of .28lbs each.)
  5. Bake: Place in oven and bake for 15 minutes. Flip the patties, then bake 15 more minutes. Let rest 5-10 minutes before serving to firm up even more if desired. Assemble burgers on buns topped with BBQ sauce or other toppings of choice.

Notes

  • For gluten-free burgers, use certified gluten-free oats and Worcestershire sauce plus gluten-free buns or serve over greens.
  • Add spices like cayenne, chili powder, or chipotle to increase the spiciness.
  • This recipe makes about five large patties or more smaller ones.
  • Nutritional info accounts only for the patties, excluding buns and toppings.
  • Recipe is inspired by Delish Knowledge and contains no added oil.

Nutrition Information

Calories 317kcal (16%) Carbohydrates 33g (11%) Protein 12g (24%) Fat 17g (26%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Polyunsaturated Fat 12g (71%) Monounsaturated Fat 3g (15%) Potassium 582mg (12%) Fiber 10g (40%) Sugar 3g (6%) Vitamin A 214IU (4%) Vitamin C 6mg (7%) Calcium 80mg (8%) Iron 4mg (22%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 5 Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 317

% Daily Value*

Calories 317kcal 16%
Carbohydrates 33g 11%
Protein 12g 24%
Fat 17g 26%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Polyunsaturated Fat 12g 71%
Monounsaturated Fat 3g 15%
Potassium 582mg 12%
Fiber 10g 40%
Sugar 3g 6%
Vitamin A 214IU 4%
Vitamin C 6mg 7%
Calcium 80mg 8%
Iron 4mg 22%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.