Vegan Black Bean Burger (Printable Version)
A flavorful vegan burger made from black beans and spices topped with smoky chipotle mayo.
# What You Need:
→ Black Bean Burgers
01 - 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
02 - 1/2 cup rolled oats
03 - 1/2 cup gluten-free breadcrumbs
04 - 1 small red onion, finely chopped
05 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
06 - 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed
07 - 2.5 tablespoons water
08 - 2 tablespoons tomato paste
09 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
10 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
11 - 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
12 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
13 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
14 - 1 tablespoon olive oil, plus extra for cooking
→ Chipotle Mayonnaise
15 - 1/2 cup vegan mayonnaise
16 - 1–2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, finely chopped
17 - 1 tablespoon adobo sauce
18 - 1 teaspoon lime juice
19 - Pinch of salt
→ For Serving
20 - 4 vegan burger buns
21 - Lettuce leaves
22 - Sliced tomato
23 - Sliced red onion
24 - Pickles (optional)
# How to Make It:
01 - Mix ground flaxseed and water in a small bowl and set aside for 5 minutes until thickened.
02 - In a large bowl, mash the black beans with a fork or potato masher until mostly smooth with some texture remaining.
03 - Add oats, gluten-free breadcrumbs, red onion, garlic, flax egg, tomato paste, smoked paprika, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper to the mashed beans. Stir until fully incorporated.
04 - Shape the mixture into 4 equal patties, pressing firmly to hold their shape.
05 - Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook patties for 5 to 6 minutes per side until browned and heated through.
06 - Combine vegan mayonnaise, chopped chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, lime juice, and salt in a small bowl. Mix well and adjust seasoning to preference.
07 - Optionally toast the burger buns until lightly golden.
08 - Spread chipotle mayo on each bun, add a black bean patty, then layer with lettuce, tomato, red onion, and pickles. Serve immediately.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- It tastes hearty and satisfying without any meat, and the chipotle mayo adds a smoky kick that makes every bite exciting.
- You can make the patties ahead and freeze them, so dinner is just a quick pan-fry away whenever you need it.
02 -
- Press the patties firmly when you shape them, or they might crack and fall apart in the pan.
- Don't skip the flax egg because it's the glue that holds everything together, and letting it sit for 5 minutes makes a big difference.
03 -
- Cook the patties over medium heat, not high, so they cook through without burning on the outside.
- If the mixture feels too wet and sticky, add a tablespoon or two more of breadcrumbs until it holds together easily.