Veggie Black Bean Burgers Recipe

A fully assembled homemade black bean burger on a sheet of parchment paper.

5 from 5 votes

Veggie Black Bean Burgers Recipe

Forget bland veggie patties—these Veggie Black Bean Burgers are hearty, well-seasoned, and ready in 30 minutes. Perfect for meal prep and cook up easily in a pan or oven.

Prep Time20

Cook Time10

Total Time30

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Diet: Vegetarian

Servings: servings

Calories: 209kcal

Author: Andrea

Ingredients

For the Patties

2 (14 oz) cans black beans drained, rinsed and patted dry
1 tbsp olive oil
2/3 c onions finely diced
4 cloves garlic minced
2 tbsp green chilies diced
1 tsp ground cumin
1/2 tsp chili powder
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 c breadcrumbs
1/2 c queso fresco cheese
2 large egg
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
2 tbsp mayonnaise

For Assembly

6-8 Hamburger Buns
condiments
cheese
lettuce
tomato

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit (163 degrees Celsius). Spread the beans evenly onto a lined baking sheet. Place in the oven and bake for 15 minutes until the beans have dried out.
Meanwhile, in a large skillet set over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté the onion and garlic until soft, about 3–4 minutes.
Add to the bowl of a food processor along with the remaining ingredients (with the exception of the beans). Pulse everything together for 30 seconds, then add the black beans. Pulse the mixture, leaving larger chunks of beans.
Remove the mixture from the food processor 1/3 cup at a time and form into patties (don’t form them too thick).
Place the large skillet back on the heat, add extra oil if necessary. Cook the patties on each side for 4–5 minutes or until golden brown. Serve immediately, garnishing with desired toppings.

Notes

To STORE leftover Homemade Black Bean Burgers, allow the patties to cool completely before placing them in an airtight plastic bag or container. Refrigerate for up to 3 days for the best quality.

For longer storage, arrange the patties in a single layer on a baking sheet and FREEZE until solid, about 3–4 hours. Then, transfer them to a freezer bag or container with parchment paper between layers to prevent sticking. They can be frozen for up to 6 months.

REHEAT in a skillet over medium heat for about 4–5 minutes per side, in a preheated oven at 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius), or in an air fryer at 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius) for 8–10 minutes.

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