Best Veggie Burger Black Bean
Dive into the deliciousness of the Best Veggie Burger Black Bean! This hearty, plant-based burger features a smoky black bean patty that’s easy to prepare and bursting with flavor. Perfect for summer barbecues or cozy dinners, it’s topped with fresh lettuce and juicy tomatoes, guaranteed to impress even the most devoted meat lovers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 can (15 oz) low-sodium black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Lettuce leaves and sliced tomatoes for topping
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mash the black beans until mostly smooth but still slightly chunky.
- Sauté the chopped onion in a splash of oil over medium heat until translucent (about 5 minutes), then add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Combine mashed beans with sautéed onions and garlic, breadcrumbs, egg, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper; mix well.
- Divide the mixture into four equal parts and shape into patties about half an inch thick.
- Heat a non-stick skillet or grill over medium heat; cook each patty for about five minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Assemble each burger by placing a patty on a bun topped with fresh lettuce and sliced tomatoes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 patty (112g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 70mg