The BEST Black Bean Burger

Name: The BEST Black Bean Burger
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 serving
Ingredients: 15 ounce can black beans; 1/2 green bell pepper; 1/2 small onion; 2 cloves garlic; 1 large egg; 2/3 cup whole wheat breadcrumbs; 1 Tablespoon chili powder; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 4 hamburger buns; desired burger toppings: lettuce, tomato, etc; 1 cup mayonnaise; 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce; 1 Tablespoon adobo sauce; 2 teaspoons lime juice; Salt and freshly ground black pepper

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Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings
4
Calories
365 kcal
Course
Main Course
Cuisine
American

The BEST Black Bean Burger

Camden Walton

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This homemade Black Bean Burger recipe is packed with protein and fiber, and on the table in just 30 minutes. They're inexpensive and absolutely delicious.

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Ingredients

Servings

Black Bean Burger:

15 ounce can black beans , drained and rinsed
1/2 green bell pepper
1/2 small onion
2 cloves garlic , peeled
1 large egg *, beaten
2/3 cup whole wheat breadcrumbs
1 Tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
Salt and freshly ground black pepper , to taste
4 hamburger buns
desired burger toppings: lettuce, tomato, etc.

Chipotle Mayo Sauce:

1 cup mayonnaise
2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
1 Tablespoon adobo sauce (from can of chipotle peppers in adobo sauce)
2 teaspoons lime juice
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

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Instructions

Black Beans: Place rinsed and drained black beans in a bowl. If needed, blot them with a paper towel to remove extra moisture. Place in a large bowl and mash well with a fork.
Veggies: Use a food processor to mine the bell pepper, onion and garlic. Transfer veggies to a fine mesh strainer and use the back of a spoon to press out excess moisture. (If it's too wet, the burger wont hold together as well.)
Combine: Add the strained vegetable mixture to the bowl with the black beans. Add the chili powder, cumin and salt and pepper and stir to combine. Add beaten egg and mix. Stir in bread crumbs.
Form Patties: scoop mixture into 4 even sized patties, forming them and pressing flat with your hands.

Cook on Grill, Stove or Oven:

To Grill: Cook on well oiled grill over medium heat, for 4-5 minutes on each side.
To Cook on Stove: Cook over medium heat in a greased grill pan or skillet for 4-5 minutes on each side.
To Cook in Oven: Bake at 375 degrees F on a lightly oiled baking sheet, for 8-10 minutes on each side.
Assemble: Serve burgers on a bun or lettuce wrap and top with a spoonful of chipotle mayo, lettuce, tomato, cheese, avocado, or any desired toppings!
Chipotle Mayo Sauce: Add all the ingredients to a food processor or blender and puree until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Notes

Nutritional information is for burger patty only.
Make Ahead Instructions: Assemble black bean burger patties and keep covered in the refrigerator until ready to cook.
Freezing Instructions: Place raw or cooked black bean burger patties flat inside a freezer safe bag or container with parchment paper in between the layers. Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw completely before cooking, or cook from frozen, over medium heat.
Vegan Black Bean Burger: Use a flax egg (1 Tbsp flax meal mixed with 3 Tbsp hot water) instead of egg.
Use a flax egg (1 Tbsp flax meal mixed with 3 Tbsp hot water) instead of egg.
Spicy Black Bean Burger: If you love extra heat, I love adding a little dash of cayenne along with the other spices. Take it to the next level and also whip up some chipotle mayo and top with jalapeños!
If you love extra heat, I love adding a little dash of cayenne along with the other spices. Take it to the next level and also whip up some chipotle mayo and top with jalapeños!
Adapted from All Recipes.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 365kcal (18%) Carbohydrates 51g (17%) Protein 12g (24%) Fat 14g (22%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Polyunsaturated Fat 7g Monounsaturated Fat 4g Trans Fat 0.03g Cholesterol 44mg (15%) Sodium 1603mg (67%) Potassium 415mg (12%) Fiber 10g (40%) Sugar 6g (12%) Vitamin A 622IU (12%) Vitamin C 17mg (19%) Calcium 106mg (11%) Iron 5mg (28%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 365 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories	365kcal	18%
Carbohydrates	51g	17%
Protein	12g	24%
Fat	14g	22%
Saturated Fat	2g	10%
Polyunsaturated Fat	7g	41%
Monounsaturated Fat	4g	20%
Trans Fat	0.03g	2%
Cholesterol	44mg	15%
Sodium	1603mg	67%
Potassium	415mg	9%
Fiber	10g	40%
Sugar	6g	12%
Vitamin A	622IU	12%
Vitamin C	17mg	19%
Calcium	106mg	11%
Iron	5mg	28%