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Our homemade Black Bean Burger recipe is the best you'll ever make, and uses ingredients already in your pantry! They come together in just 30 minutes and are high in protein and fiber, and just the tastiest easy veggie burgers recipe.
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We've been making these Black Bean Burgers for 10+ years and I will never use another recipe! Veggie burgers can often be flavorless and fall apart easily, but these ones are far superiour! These easy black bean burgers are hearty, and so satisfying that my husband (a die-hard meat guy) even requests them regularly. The chipotle mayo is non-negotiable in my house, and everyone chooses their own toppings.
Do yourself a favor and make them with my homemade hamburger buns, for the best black bean burger ever!
Pro-Tip: Make sure to squeeze all of the liquid out of the minced veggies, so the burger patties hold together well.
Check out all of my vegetarian recipes, like my Buddha Bowl, Crock Pot Baked Ziti, Creamy Tomato Tortellini, Cheese Enchiladas, Air Fryer Tofu, Vegetarian Stuffed Peppers, and Chow Mein!
How to make Black Bean Burgers:
Make Patty Mixture: With a food processor, mince the bell pepper, onion, and garlic. Press out as much liquid as possible with a fine mesh strainer. (I like to place some paper towels over the mixture and press firmly down, to remove as much liquid from the veggies as possible, so the burger patties hold together). Drain and rinse black beans then pat with paper towel then mash well with fork. Combine the veggie mixture, mashed black beans, beaten egg, and breadcrumbs until well combined.
Cook Patties: Divide mixture into 4-5 portions and shape into patties. Oil the grill then gently place black bean burger patty on top and cook for 4-5 minutes per side. Look at recipe card below for oven and stovetop cooking instructions.
Serve: Enjoy on a hamburger bun or in a lettuce wrap with chipotle mayo and all your favorite toppings! I love lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, avocado, onion, sautéed mushrooms, jalapeños, and pickles. I often serve black bean burgers with homemade french fries, baked potato salad, vinegar coleslaw, or potato wedges!
Homemade Black Bean Burger Recipe
Equipment
Ingredients
Black Bean Burger:
- 15 ounce can black beans, , drained and rinsed
- 1/2 green bell pepper
- 1/2 small onion
- 2 cloves garlic, , peeled
- 1 large egg, *, beaten
- 2/3 cup whole wheat breadcrumbs
- 1 Tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- salt and freshly ground black pepper, , to taste
- 4 hamburger buns
- desired burger toppings: lettuce, tomato, etc.
Chipotle Mayo Sauce:
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 1 Tablespoon adobo sauce, (from can of chipotle peppers in adobo sauce)
- 2 teaspoons lime juice
- salt and freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Black Beans: Place rinsed and drained black beans in a bowl. If needed, blot them with a paper towel to remove extra moisture. Place in a large bowl and mash well with a fork.15 ounce can black beans
- Veggies: Use a food processor to mine the bell pepper, onion and garlic. Transfer veggies to a fine mesh strainer and use the back of a spoon to press out excess moisture. (If it's too wet, the burger wont hold together as well.)½ green bell pepper, ½ small onion, 2 cloves garlic
- Combine: Add the strained vegetable mixture to the bowl with the black beans. Add the chili powder, cumin and salt and pepper and stir to combine. Add beaten egg and mix. Stir in bread crumbs.1 large egg, 1 Tablespoon chili powder, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, salt and freshly ground black pepper, 2/3 cup whole wheat breadcrumbs
- Form Patties: scoop mixture into 4 even sized patties, forming them and pressing flat with your hands.
Cook on Grill, Stove or Oven:
- To Grill: Cook on well oiled grill over medium heat, for 4-5 minutes on each side.
- Stovetop: Cook over medium heat in a greased grill pan or skillet for 4-5 minutes on each side.
- Oven: Bake at 375 degrees F on a lightly oiled baking sheet, for 8-10 minutes on each side.
- Assemble: Serve burgers on a bun or lettuce wrap and top with a spoonful of chipotle mayo, lettuce, tomato, cheese, avocado, or any desired toppings!4 hamburger buns, desired burger toppings: lettuce, tomato, etc.
- Chipotle Mayo Sauce: Add all the ingredients to a food processor or blender and puree until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.1 cup mayonnaise, 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, 1 Tablespoon adobo sauce, 2 teaspoons lime juice, salt and freshly ground black pepper
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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I first shared this recipe March 2016. Updated June 2019, June 2022, June 2024 and June 2026.
Hello Lauren. A search for black bean burgers brought me to your webpage, and I’m so glad it did. My family gives these burgers two thumbs up! I also appreciate the time you dedicate to creating very thorough and helpful instructions with tips for alternative eating and cooking. I’m a follower. Thanks again!
What would be a good substitute for the breadcrumbs? My daughter has celiac disease and needs gluten free
What would be a good substitute for the breadcrumbs? My daughter has celiac disease and needs gluten free
This is, by far, my favorite bean burger recipe! I have been making these for three years now! I put them in the oven for ten minutes a side then BBQ them for the grill taste and grill lines….add a strip of bacon and my omnivorous friends can’t say no!
I’ve made these several times and they always turn out well. This time, I’m serving with no bun and mushroom gravy over it with mashed potatoes and broccoli. Kinda like a Salisbury steak. It’s delicious
These were awesome!! The sauce is what really puts this recipe over the top. I made no changes and this will remain in my dinner rotation!
Thanks Jennifer! I agree, the sauce really seals the deal!
Best homemade black bean burger I’ve made, and super easy and fast to prepare.
Were really delicious but I did add a lot more garlic and fresh green chillies. Ate them with fresh salad vegetables and wholemeal buns for an even healthier dinner.
I really enjoyed these burgers per recipe except for the breadcrumbs. I only hand Japanese panko on hand but they also worked. Even hubby whose is a professional chef and a true carnivore enjoyed them. Best advice was to remove any excess liquid so burger hold together. I mixed tomatillo salsa with mayo as I did not have poblanos in adobo sauce, served with sliced avocado, tomato and lettuce. Thank you, I’ll be making theses again.
Loved them and we’re not even vegetarians!
Best ever! I added grated beets. Recipe is spot on!