Spicy Black Bean Burgers with Avocado Cilantro Sauce
User Reviews
5
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
10 mins
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Servings
4
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Spicy Black Bean Burgers with Avocado Cilantro Sauce
Description
This recipe brings together pre-made spicy black bean veggie patties cooked on the grill or by alternative methods, paired with a creamy avocado cilantro sauce made by blending avocado, fresh cilantro, jalapeño, garlic, sour cream, lime juice, olive oil, and seasonings. The sauce provides a cooling, bright contrast to the seasoned patties.
Assembling the burger with toasted buns and layers of crisp lettuce, sliced tomato, and onion adds fresh texture and flavor. The jalapeño in the sauce adds mild heat, balanced by the richness of avocado and sour cream. Quick preparation and the use of pre-formed patties make this burger an accessible plant-based option.
The burgers can be cooked on the grill, in the oven, microwave, or skillet according to package directions. Toasting the buns enhances texture and flavor. Add extra sauce as desired for creaminess or a flavor boost.
Ingredients
- 4 MorningStar Farms® Spicy Black Bean Veggie Patties 1 pack
- 4 Buns toasted
- lettuce or greens of your choice
- 1 tomato sliced into rounds
- 1 onion sliced into rounds
For Creamy Avocado Sauce
- 1 avocado
- 1/4 cup cilantro
- 1/4 jalapeño
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/2 lime
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- For Creamy Avocado Sauce, add all ingredients to a food processor or blender. Blend till they combine well.
- Preheat grill to medium heat. Place burgers on the grill and cook about 5 minutes on each side, flipping once (cooking time may vary) Alternatively, cook in the oven, microwave or in a skillet according to package directions).
- Warm up the burger buns on the grill (or skillet).
- Assemble burgers: Put a spoon of creamy avocado sauce on the bottom bun. Top with lettuce, onion and tomato. Then place the burger patty and top again with a dollop of the avocado sauce. Finish by placing the top bun and enjoy!