Homemade Black Bean Veggie Burgers

Black bean veggie burgers are a wonderful meat substitute that can be delicious, healthy, and filling and hearty. These veggie burgers stink to prepare, are really, tasty and filled with protein and fiber. Whether you’re a lifelong vegetarian or vegan eater yourself or just trying to include more plant-based meals in your diet, these black bean burgers will exceed your expectations. 

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How to Make Black Bean Burgers

There’s detailed ingredient and step-by-step lists in the black bean burger recipe below, but here’s a quick overview:

Black Bean Burger Ingredients

Here’s what you’ll need to make homemade this black bean veggie burger recipe:

• Vegetables: You’re going to need a can of black beans, half a green bell pepper and half an onion.
• Seasonings: I season these black bean burgers with fresh garlic, chili powder, cumin, and Thai chili sauce.
• Egg: A whole egg prevents the burgers from becoming tacky and helps hold the patties together.
• Bread crumbs: Store-bought or homemade bread crumbs.

How to Make Black Bean Burgers from Scratch

Here’s a little insight into what you’ll expect when you make these black bean veggie burgers at home:

• In the food processor, mash up the beans, and chop up the other veggies and garlic.
• Mix the veggies into the beans and in a separate bowl mix the seasonings and egg.
• Add the bread crumbs and shape the mixture into patties.
• Grill patties approximately 8 minutes each side.

Tips for the Best Black Bean Veggie Burgers:

Use fresh vegetables:

• Using freshly grated carrots and finely chopped onions will give the patties more flavor and texture.

Do Not Exactly spices:

• If you want, you can modify the spices according to your taste. Chili powder or nutritional yeast can be added to provide more flavor.

Make it your own:

• You can also stir in an ingredient such as chopped spinach, bell peppers or even cooked quinoa for additional nutrition.

For freezing the patties:

• If producing in bulk, freeze the uncooked patties up to 3 months. Just stack them, separated by parchment paper, and shove them into a freezer bag.

Health Benefits of Black Bean Veggie Burgers

High in protein:

Black beans are another saturated in plant-based protein, that allows you to stay fuller longer.

Supports Heart Health

Black bean veggie burgers have fiber, antioxidants, and healthy fats that promote heart health.

Weight Management

Black bean veggie burgers are packed with fiber and protein, which can help keep hunger at bay and may suppress appetite.