How to Make Meatless Black Bean Burgers - A Step-by-Step Guide

Meatless black bean burgers are a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional meat burgers. Packed with protein and fiber, these burgers are not only satisfying but also nutritious. Whether you’re a vegetarian, looking to incorporate more plant-based meals into your diet, or simply want to try something new, these meatless black bean burgers are sure to hit the spot.

One of the best things about these burgers is how easy they are to make. With just a few simple ingredients and minima...

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Ingredients

  • 2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup bread crumbs
  • ½ cup finely chopped red bell pepper
  • ½ cup finely chopped green bell pepper
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tablespoons hickory-flavored barbecue sauce
  • 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
  • 2 tablespoons salt
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon chili sauce
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, or as needed
  • 6 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon vegan bacon bits
  • 1 tablespoon relish
  • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon tomato paste
  • 8 slices Monterey Jack cheese
  • 8 large hamburger buns, split and toasted

Information

  • Prep Time: 35 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Additional Time: 2 hrs
  • Total Time: 2 hrs 45 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 burgers

  • Puree black beans in a food processor, or mash with a fork.
  • Combine bread crumbs, bell peppers, onion, eggs, barbecue sauce, nutritional yeast, salt, olive oil, taco seasoning, black pepper, garlic powder, chili powder, and chili sauce in a large mixing bowl. Add mashed beans and mix well.
  • Form mixture into 8 patties. Place on greased waxed paper and let sit in the refrigerator until firm, about 2 hours.
  • Lightly grease a cast iron griddle pan with vegetable oil and heat over medium heat. Add burgers and fry until cooked through, 3 to 5 minutes per side.
  • While burgers are cooking, mix mayonnaise, vegan bacon bits, relish, vinegar, and tomato paste for aioli together in a small bowl.
  • Top each burger with a slice of Monterey Jack cheese. Serve on toasted hamburger buns with aioli sauce.
  • Nutrition

    661 cal.

    • Total Fat: 27g
    • Saturated Fat: 9g
    • Cholesterol: 76mg
    • Sodium: 3198mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 78g
    • Dietary Fiber: 12g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 26g
    • Vitamin C: 25mg
    • Calcium: 411mg
    • Iron: 7mg
    • Potassium: 667mg