The best homemade Vegetarian Gluten Free Black Bean Burger Recipe with 7 simple ingredients in only 30 minutes. It could not be any easier to make!
This is the most delicious and healthy black bean burger recipe you’ll ever try. Nowadays, you can find veggie burgers in the frozen section of almost any grocery store and restaurants have them on their menus as a meat alternative option for vegetarians and vegans.
Sometimes, the veggie burgers can taste really good but they’re full of sketchy ingredients. That’s why I wanted to make a simple recipe that you could put together in about the same amount of time it would take for you to pull frozen burger out of the freezer.
If you’re looking for a delicious, quick and healthy dish this Easy Vegetarian Black Bean Burger with a Sriracha Aioli sauce is a great go-to meal. Within about 30 minutes, these black bean burgers will be yours to enjoy. They also pair great for a BBQ gathering with this potato salad recipe or this whole30 coleslaw.
Are Black Bean Burgers Healthy ?
Black beans are a great source of key vitamins and minerals, including magnesium, iron and vitamin B. They’re high in fiber, rich in antioxidants and they have about 6 grams of protein in each patty. They’re a versatile ingredient that you can use to prepare both sweet and savory dishes, like this recipe.
Ingredients You'll Need
This healthy black bean burger recipe is made with 7 simple ingredients you probably already have in your pantry. The ingredients include:
- Black beans: drained and rinsed
- Green bell pepper
- Yellow Onion
- Garlic
- Spices: chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt and pepper
- Egg
- Bread crumbs: I used gluten free breadcrumbs but whole wheat, panko or regular breadcrumbs would also work.
Step-By-Step Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place the black beans in a food processor and pulse for about 10 - 15 seconds to break down the black beans. Be careful not to make them too mushy. Then remove the black beans from the food processor and place them in a large bowl.
- Next, add the bell pepper, onion and garlic to the food processor and process until finely minced. Transfer the veggie mixture to a fine mesh strainer and use the back of a spoon to press out the excess moisture. This step is extremely important! If the mixture is too wet, the burger won't hold together well.
- Add the strained veggie mixture to the bowl with the black beans. Add in the chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt and pepper and stir to combine.
- Add in a beaten egg and mix. Then stir in the gluten free bread crumbs.
- Divide the mixture into 5 even sized patties, forming and pressing them flat with your hands. Then place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake in the oven for 10-12 minutes on each side.
Tips & Tricks:
- Too Much Moisture: One of the common problems with a homemade black bean burger is the end resulting in a mushy patty. The trick is to get out as much excess moisture out of the veggie mixture as possible. Don’t skip this step. If the mixture is too wet when forming the black bean burgers, it won't hold together well.
- If you still find that your mixture won’t hold together and seems too wet, add in more bread crumbs (about 2 tablespoons at a time) until moisture lessens.
- Make ahead: If you want to cook the burgers right before you eat, mix together all of the ingredients for the burgers and form the patties. Then, transfer the patties to a baking sheet, cover, and refrigerate them for up to one day before cooking.
- Store the leftovers: The cooked black bean burgers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
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Ingredients
Sriracha Aioli
- 1/3 cup vegan mayo or regular mayo
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons sriracha
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup or honey
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Black Bean Burgers
- 15 ounces black beans drained and rinsed
- 1/2 green bell pepper medium
- 1/2 cup yellow onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 Tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 large egg beaten
- 2/3 cup gluten free breadcrumbs
- hamburger buns
- Toppings: lettuce, tomato, jalapenos , pickles, cheese, avocado etc
Instructions
Sriracha Aioli
- In a small bowl, add all of the ingredients and Whisk together until everything is smooth and combined. Place in the fridge until ready to serve.
Black Bean Burger
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place the black beans in a food processor and pulse for about 10 - 15 seconds to break down the black beans. Be careful not to make them too mushy. Then remove the black beans from the food processor and place them in a large bowl.
- Next, add the bell pepper, onion and garlic to the food processor and process until finely minced. Transfer the veggie mixture to a fine mesh strainer and use the back of a spoon to press out the excess moisture. This step is extremely important! If the mixture is too wet, the burger won't hold together well.
- Add the strained veggie mixture to the bowl with the black beans. Add in the chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt and pepper and stir to combine.
- Add in a beaten egg and mix. Then stir in the bread crumbs.
- Divide the mixture into 5 even sized patties, forming and pressing them flat with your hands. Then place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake in the oven for 10-12 minutes on each side.
- Remove from the oven and serve the burgers on a bun and top with a spoonful of the Sriracha Aioli, lettuce, tomato, jalapenos, pickles, cheese, avocado, or any desired toppings.
Notes
Nutrition
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