Healthy Black Bean Burgers
Healthy Black Bean Burgers are a delicious, plant-based option for any meal, easy to make and perfect for a quick dinner.
Ingredients
Burger Mixture
- 1 15-ounce can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1/2 cup cooked quinoa To save time, use pre-cooked quinoa.
- 1/4 cup chopped red onion Can use pre-chopped veggies for quick assembly.
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs (panko recommended) Can adjust amount to thicken if mixture is too watery.
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
- to taste salt and pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil For cooking the patties.
Toppings
- Burger buns and toppings of your choice (lettuce, tomato, avocado, etc.)
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large bowl, mash black beans with a fork until some texture remains.
- Add cooked quinoa, chopped red onion, chopped cilantro, breadcrumbs, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and season with salt and pepper.
- Gently mix until well combined.
Cooking
- Form the mixture into 4 patties about 1/2 inch thick.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Cook the patties for 4-5 minutes per side until browned.
Serving
- Serve the black bean burgers on buns with your favorite toppings.
Notes
For storage, keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze patties for up to 3 months. Reheat in an air fryer or oven for crispiness.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 7gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 0.5gSodium: 250mgFiber: 6gSugar: 1g
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