Easy Black Bean Burger
Savor the taste of a delicious and nutritious homemade burger with the Easy Black Bean Burger. Packed with flavor and perfect for any occasion, this recipe is an easy weeknight dinner option that will please everyone. Discover how simple it is to create a satisfying meal tonight!
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Skillet
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil divided
- 1/2 medium onion diced (optional)
- 1 medium red pepper deseeded and diced (optional)
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon Stone House Seasoning
- 2 15-ounce black beans drained and rinsed
- 1/2 cup Panko divided
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro or 1 tablespoon dried
- 1 cup grated Monterey Jack cheese
- Avocado Salsa Recipe optional
Instructions
- Cook the onion and pepper: Drizzle olive oil into a large skillet set over medium heat. Add the onion and red pepper, cooking until tender, about 3 minutes. Stir in cumin, chili powder, and Stone House Seasoning, cooking for another minute. Remove from heat and scrape the mixture into a medium mixing bowl.
- Make the black bean burger mixture: In a blender, pulse 2 cups of the black beans until chopped but not smooth. Add this to the onion mixture along with the remaining whole beans, Panko, the egg, cilantro, and cheese. Stir until everything is well combined.
- Form the patties: Using a scoop, portion out 1/4 cup of the black bean mixture to form patties. Place them onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Repeat until all the mixture is used, generally about 6 patties. Wrap well with plastic wrap and chill in the freezer for 15 minutes or refrigerate for 30 minutes to overnight.
- Cook the burgers: When ready, drizzle more olive oil into the same skillet, heating over medium-high. Cook each black bean burger until browned and heated throughout, about 5 minutes per side.
- Assemble and serve: Serve your burgers warm, topped with avocado salsa or your favorite toppings. Enjoy the satisfaction of a delicious homemade meal!
Notes
- Nutritional information: does not include buns, avocado salsa, or any additional toppings.
- Dietary options: For egg-free, dairy-free, and gluten-free options, be sure to see the recipe post.
- Recipe success: tips are included in the recipe post that you may find helpful.