Description
This Black Bean Burger recipe is hearty, flavorful, and incredibly easy to make. With smoky spices, creamy sauce, and crisp arugula, it’s a delicious meatless option that even burger lovers can’t resist! Perfect for weeknight dinners or weekend cookouts, this recipe delivers comfort and flavor in every bite.
Ingredients
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1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
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1/2 cup breadcrumbs (plain or seasoned)
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1/2 onion, finely chopped
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tsp ground cumin
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1 tsp chili powder
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1 egg, lightly beaten (or 1 tbsp flaxseed meal + 2.5 tbsp water for vegan option)
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1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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1 tbsp olive oil, for sautéing and cooking
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Burger buns, toasted
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Toppings: arugula, sliced tomato, avocado, cheese, or creamy sauce
Instructions
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Prep the Black Beans: Drain and rinse the black beans until water runs clear.
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Sauté the Aromatics: In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil. Add onion and garlic; cook until fragrant and soft, about 3–4 minutes.
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Mash and Mix: In a large bowl, mash the black beans with sautéed onion and garlic until mostly smooth but still slightly chunky.
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Add Spices and Binder: Mix in breadcrumbs, egg (or flaxseed), cumin, chili powder, salt, pepper, and cilantro until well combined.
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Shape Patties: Divide mixture into 4–6 equal portions. Shape into patties about 1 inch thick.
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Cook Burgers: Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook each patty for 4–5 minutes per side, until golden and crisp on the outside.
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Assemble and Serve: Toast buns, then layer with arugula, burger patty, creamy sauce, and toppings of your choice. Serve hot!
Notes
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Make Ahead: Patties can be refrigerated up to 2 days or frozen for 1 month.
Vegan Option: Replace egg with flaxseed meal mixture.
Serving Suggestion: Pair with sweet potato fries or a citrus avocado salad for a full meal.
Don’t worry if the patties aren’t perfect—they’ll still taste amazing!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main course
- Method: Pan-fried
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger
- Calories: 315 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 410 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 9 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 47 mg