Black Bean Burgers

Black bean burgers are a popular vegetarian alternative to traditional meat burgers, offering a flavorful and nutritious option.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 35 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 15.

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Black Bean Burgers

Cooking Method: Frying, Grilling Cuisine: American, Mexican Courses: Lunch, Main Course, Vegetarian Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 10 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 35 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1400

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 can Black Beans
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 minced Garlic Cloves
• 1 small Red Bell Pepper
• 1 bunch Cilantro
• 1 cup Bread Crumbs
• 1 teaspoon Cumin
• 1 teaspoon Chili Powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
• 2 tablespoon Olive Oil
• 4 piece Whole Wheat Burger Buns
• 4 leaf Lettuce
• 4 slice Tomato
• 1 sliced Avocado

Instructions

1. Drain and rinse the black beans.
2. In a large bowl, mash the black beans with a fork or potato masher.
3. Finely chop the onion, red bell pepper, and cilantro.
4. Add the chopped vegetables, minced garlic, bread crumbs, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper to the mashed black beans. Mix well.
5. Form the mixture into patties and place them on a baking sheet.
6. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the patties for about 4 minutes on each side, until browned and crispy.
7. Toast the burger buns.
8. Assemble the burgers by placing a black bean patty on each bun, topped with lettuce, tomato, and sliced avocado.
9. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10g16%

Total Carbohydrate 50g17%

Sugars 3g

Protein 15g30%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.