Vegan Black Bean Burger Chipotle Mayo (Printable Version)
Smoky black bean patties with spicy chipotle mayo, fresh veggies on toasted buns. Quick plant-based meal.
# What You Need:
→ For the Black Bean Patties
01 - 2 cans (15 oz each) black beans, drained and rinsed
02 - 1 small red onion, finely chopped
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1/2 cup rolled oats
05 - 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (use gluten-free if desired)
06 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
07 - 2 tbsp tomato paste
08 - 1 tbsp ground cumin
09 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
10 - 1/2 tsp chili powder
11 - 1/2 tsp salt
12 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
13 - 2 tbsp olive oil (for frying)
→ For the Chipotle Mayo
14 - 1/2 cup vegan mayonnaise
15 - 1-2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, finely minced
16 - 1 tsp adobo sauce (from the chipotles)
17 - 1 tbsp lime juice
18 - Pinch of salt
→ For Assembly
19 - 4 vegan burger buns
20 - Lettuce leaves
21 - Tomato slices
22 - Red onion rings
23 - Avocado slices (optional)
# How to Make It:
01 - Whisk together vegan mayonnaise, minced chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, lime juice, and salt in a small bowl. Cover and refrigerate until serving.
02 - Place drained black beans in a large bowl and mash with a fork or potato masher, leaving some texture for bite.
03 - Add red onion, garlic, oats, breadcrumbs, cilantro, tomato paste, cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until thoroughly combined.
04 - Divide mixture into 4 equal portions and shape into burger patties. If mixture feels too wet, add extra breadcrumbs 1 tablespoon at a time.
05 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook patties for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and heated through.
06 - Lightly toast burger buns in the skillet or under a broiler for 1-2 minutes if desired.
07 - Spread chipotle mayo on each bun. Place black bean patty on bottom bun, then layer with lettuce, tomato, onion, and avocado. Top with bun and serve immediately.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- These patties hold together beautifully unlike many veggie burgers that crumble
- The chipotle mayo transforms everything it touches into something restaurant worthy
- Everything comes together in under 40 minutes with pantry staples
02 -
- Let the patties rest in the fridge for 15 minutes before cooking if time allows they hold together better
- Do not overcrowd the pan or they will steam instead of getting that crispy exterior
03 -
- Really drain and rinse the beans well excess water makes the patties fall apart
- Warm your buns in the oven for the last two minutes of cooking time