This Vegan Spicy Black Bean Burgers Recipe is a flavorful and satisfying option for anyone looking for a plant-based meal. Packed with protein and spices, these burgers are perfect for grilling or pan-frying.
The recipe is simple and can be customized with your favorite toppings. It’s a great choice for a weeknight dinner or a weekend barbecue.
Delicious Vegan Black Bean Burgers
These vegan black bean burgers are made with mashed black beans, spices, and breadcrumbs to create a hearty patty. The recipe takes about 30 minutes from start to finish and serves 4 people.
Ingredients
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
- 1/4 cup finely chopped bell pepper
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (for cooking)
- Burger buns
- Toppings: lettuce, tomato, avocado, vegan mayo, etc.
Instructions
- Prepare the Beans: In a large bowl, mash the black beans with a fork or potato masher until mostly smooth, leaving some chunks for texture.
- Mix Ingredients: Add breadcrumbs, onion, bell pepper, garlic, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper to the mashed beans. Mix until well combined.
- Form Patties: Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape them into patties.
- Cook the Burgers: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the patties for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and heated through.
- Assemble: Serve the burgers on buns with your choice of toppings.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Servings: 4 burgers
- Calories: 180kcal
- Fat: 5g
- Protein: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
