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Best Black Bean Burger Recipe

Yield 6 Servings
Prep Time 10 minutes
Bake Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Indulge in the ease and simplicity of homemade burgers with our Best Black Bean Burger Recipe, a favorite for those embracing vegan delights. In just a few steps, transform simple ingredients into a mouth-watering meal that's both nutritious and satisfying, perfect for your first or next vegan culinary adventure.

Ingredients  

  • 1 flax egg
  • 2 14.5 oz black beans, cans drained and rinsed
  • 4 green onions, diced
  • 1/2 red onion, diced
  • 1/2 red bell pepper, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons cumin, ground
  • 1/2 teaspoon Himalayan salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, ground
  • 1/2 cup oat flour

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 400°F/205°C.
  • Prepare the flax egg.
  • Add beans to a large bowl and mash with a potato masher (but not too much).
  • Pour in the flax egg and remaining ingredients, and mix with a large spoon until the patty mixture is well combined.
  • Form into patties to make them “burger” shaped. (This recipe makes 8 smaller patties or 6 larger black bean patties).
  • Place patties on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes. Flip and bake for another 20 minutes.
  • Serve on a bun with your favorite toppings.

Notes

Please read through the above blog post for helpful tips and tricks!

Nutrition

Calories: 135kcal, Carbohydrates: 23g, Protein: 7g, Fat: 2g, Saturated Fat: 0.3g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 1g, Sodium: 502mg, Potassium: 369mg, Fiber: 7g, Sugar: 1g, Vitamin A: 450IU, Vitamin C: 18mg, Calcium: 55mg, Iron: 3mg