Spicy Black Bean Burgers

Black bean burgers are a popular vegetarian alternative to traditional meat burgers and are packed with fiber and protein.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 30 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 17.

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Spicy Black Bean Burgers

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

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 10 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 30 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1200

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 can Black Beans
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 clove Garlic
• 1 medium Red Bell Pepper
• 1 small Jalapeno Pepper
• 1 cup Cilantro
• 1 cup Breadcrumbs
• 1 teaspoon Cumin
• 1 teaspoon Chili Powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
• 2 tablespoon Olive Oil
• 4 piece Hamburger Buns
• 4 leaf Lettuce
• 1 sliced Tomato
• 1 sliced Avocado
• 4 tablespoon Salsa

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, garlic, red bell pepper, jalapeno pepper, and cilantro.
4. Add the chopped vegetables to the bowl with the mashed black beans.
5. Add the breadcrumbs, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper to the bowl.
6. Mix everything together until well combined.
7. Shape the mixture into patties and place them on a baking sheet.
8. Heat olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
9. Cook the patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side, until crispy and browned.
10. Remove the patties from the pan and let them rest for 5 minutes.
11. Toast the hamburger buns.
12. Assemble the burgers by placing a patty on each bun.
13. Top with lettuce, tomato, avocado, and salsa.
14. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 300kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8g13%

Total Carbohydrate 45g15%

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.