Epic Black Bean Burger (Printable)
Flavor-packed vegetarian burgers with black beans, spices, and fresh toppings for a hearty meal.
# Ingredient List:
→ Burger Patties
01 - 2 (15 oz) cans black beans, drained and rinsed
02 - 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
05 - 1/4 cup rolled oats
06 - 1 large egg
07 - 1 tsp ground cumin
08 - 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
09 - 1/2 tsp chili powder
10 - 1/2 tsp salt
11 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
12 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
13 - 1 tbsp olive oil
→ Burger Assembly
14 - 4 burger buns, toasted
15 - 4 slices cheddar cheese
16 - 1 avocado, sliced
17 - 1 tomato, sliced
18 - 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
19 - Lettuce leaves
20 - 4 tbsp mayonnaise
21 - 2 tbsp ketchup
22 - Pickles
# Steps:
01 - Mash the black beans in a large bowl with a fork or potato masher until mostly smooth, leaving some chunks for texture.
02 - Add the chopped red onion, garlic, breadcrumbs, oats, egg, cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, pepper, and cilantro. Mix until well combined.
03 - Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape into burger patties.
04 - Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add the patties and cook for 4–5 minutes per side, until golden and heated through. Add cheese slices during the last minute; cover to melt.
05 - Toast the burger buns lightly until golden brown.
06 - Spread mayonnaise and ketchup on the buns, then layer with lettuce, black bean patty, tomato, avocado, red onion, and pickles if desired. Top with the remaining bun.
07 - Serve hot with your favorite sides.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- These burgers actually hold together when you flip them, no crumbly disasters
- The smoky spices and creamy avocado create that perfect bite that leaves you satisfied, not missing meat at all
02 -
- Dont skip resting your mixture for 10 minutes before shaping, it helps the oats absorb moisture and prevents crumbling
- These patties freeze beautifully, so double your batch and keep extras on hand for quick weeknight dinners
03 -
- Let the patties rest for a few minutes after cooking so they set up and hold together better when you bite into them
- Wring out any excess liquid from grated vegetables if you add them to the mixture