Black Bean Veggie Burgers (Print Version)

Black bean and quinoa patties loaded with colorful veggies, spices, and toasted in a bun for a crowd-pleasing main.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Patties

01 - 425 g canned black beans, drained and rinsed
02 - 90 g cooked quinoa
03 - 60 g finely diced red bell pepper
04 - 25 g finely chopped red onion
05 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
06 - 15 g chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
07 - 50 g breadcrumbs (gluten-free optional)
08 - 1 large egg or 1 flax egg (for vegan option)
09 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
10 - 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
11 - 0.5 teaspoon chili powder
12 - 0.5 teaspoon salt
13 - 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
14 - 1 tablespoon olive oil (for grilling or pan-frying)

→ To Serve

15 - 4 burger buns (gluten-free optional)
16 - Lettuce leaves
17 - Tomato slices
18 - Red onion slices
19 - Sliced avocado
20 - Burger sauce or mayonnaise of choice

# How to Make It:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, mash the drained black beans with a fork or potato masher until mostly smooth, preserving some chunks for texture.
02 - Incorporate the cooked quinoa, diced red bell pepper, chopped red onion, minced garlic, cilantro, breadcrumbs, egg or flax egg, ground cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until a uniform, cohesive mixture forms.
03 - Divide the mixture evenly into four portions and shape each into a patty approximately 2 cm thick.
04 - Preheat a grill or skillet over medium heat and brush the surface with olive oil.
05 - Place the patties onto the grill or skillet. Cook for 5–6 minutes per side until firm and golden brown, taking care when flipping to retain their shape.
06 - Optionally toast the burger buns lightly for added texture and warmth.
07 - Layer each patty onto a bun. Top with lettuce, tomato slices, red onion, sliced avocado, and your chosen sauce. Serve immediately for best flavor and texture.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Easy to prepare in about half an hour
  • Uses common pantry staples like canned beans and quinoa
  • Customizable for vegan or gluten free diets
  • Hearty enough to please meat eaters
  • Great for meal prep or freezing for later
02 -
  • Packed with plant protein and fiber
  • Perfect for both grilling and oven baking
  • Easy to make in advance and freeze
  • Smoked paprika is the real star in these patties Its warmth gives the burgers that classic grilled taste You cannot underestimate the difference a high quality paprika or cumin makes here Last summer everyone at my family reunion asked for the recipe after just one bite
03 -
  • Chill the patty mixture for fifteen minutes if you want perfectly shaped firm burgers
  • Use wet hands to shape the patties for less sticking and cleaner edges
  • Avoid overcooking Dry patties are crumbly so pull them off the heat as soon as they are golden and firm

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