black bean veggie burgers salsa (Print Version)
Savory black bean patties and tangy mango avocado salsa layered on toasted buns for a tasty vegetarian meal.
# What You’ll Need:
→ For the Black Bean Burgers
01 - 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
02 - 1/2 cup corn kernels, fresh or thawed from frozen
03 - 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (use gluten-free if desired)
04 - 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
05 - 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
06 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
07 - 1 large egg
08 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
09 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
10 - 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
11 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
12 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
13 - 1 to 2 tablespoons olive oil, for cooking
→ For the Mango Avocado Salsa
14 - 1 ripe mango, peeled, pitted, and diced
15 - 1 ripe avocado, peeled, pitted, and diced
16 - 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
17 - 1 small jalapeño, seeded and minced
18 - Juice of 1 lime
19 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
20 - Salt and pepper, to taste
→ For Serving
21 - 4 burger buns (use gluten-free if desired)
22 - Lettuce leaves
23 - Sliced tomato
# How to Make It:
01 - Combine diced mango, avocado, red onion, minced jalapeño, lime juice, cilantro, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl. Gently toss to mix. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
02 - Place black beans in a large mixing bowl. Use a fork or potato masher to mash beans, leaving some texture for body.
03 - Add corn, breadcrumbs, finely chopped red onion, cilantro, minced garlic, egg, ground cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and black pepper to the mashed beans. Mix thoroughly until evenly incorporated.
04 - Divide the mixture into four equal portions and shape each into a compact patty.
05 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Place patties in pan and cook for 4 to 5 minutes per side, until golden brown and heated through.
06 - Lightly toast burger buns if desired. Arrange lettuce leaves and tomato slices on the bottom halves. Place a black bean patty on each, top generously with mango avocado salsa, and finish with the top bun. Serve immediately.
# Additional Tips::
01 -
- Uses pantry staples such as canned black beans and breadcrumbs which you probably already have
- Ready in under 45 minutes from start to finish which makes it perfect for weeknights
- Fresh mango avocado salsa brightens the whole meal with tangy sweet contrast
- Customizable topping and bun choices for gluten-free vegan or dairy-free needs
02 -
- High in plant-based protein and fiber making it filling
- Easy to adapt for vegan or gluten-free diets
- Can be made ahead for meal prep or freezing
03 -
- For the best crust let the patties cook undisturbed before flipping This helps them firm up and makes flipping easier
- Without enough oil they may stick to the pan so do not be shy with it Add salsa right before serving to keep the buns from getting soggy