Easy Spicy Black Bean Burgers Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 (15 oz) cans, rinsed and drainedBlack beans
• 1/2 cupBreadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup, finely dicedRed onion
• 1/4 cup, finely dicedBell pepper (any color)
• 2 cloves, mincedGarlic
• 1 tspChipotle powder
• 1 tspCumin
• 1, large (or flax egg for vegan)Egg
• 2 tbspOlive oil
• 1/2 tspSalt
• 1/4 tspBlack pepper
• 4Burger buns

Nutrition

Per serving, estimated

Calories

420 kcal

Protein

25 g

Carbs

50 g

Fat

15 g

Steps

1. 1

   In a large bowl, mash black beans with a fork until mostly crushed but still chunky.

2. 2

   In a skillet, heat 1 tbsp olive oil over medium heat. Sauté diced red onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic until softened, about 5 minutes. Add chipotle powder and cumin and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.

3. 3

   Add the sautéed vegetables to the mashed black beans. Stir in breadcrumbs, egg (or flax egg), salt, and pepper. Mix well to combine.

4. 4

   Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and form into patties.

5. 5

   Heat remaining 1 tbsp olive oil in the skillet over medium heat. Cook patties for 5-7 minutes per side, until golden brown and heated through.

6. 6

   Serve on burger buns with your favorite toppings like lettuce, tomato, avocado, and spicy mayo.