Vegan Black Bean Burger with Chipotle Lime Mayo (Printable Version)
A hearty vegan burger with seasoned black bean patties and zesty chipotle lime mayo. Ready in 35 minutes, serves 4.
# What You Need:
→ Black Bean Patties
01 - 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
02 - 1/2 cup rolled oats
03 - 1/2 small red onion, finely diced
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 1/2 red bell pepper, finely diced
06 - 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed
07 - 2 tablespoons water
08 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
09 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
10 - 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
11 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
12 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
13 - 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
→ Chipotle Lime Mayo
14 - 1/3 cup vegan mayonnaise
15 - 1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce, finely chopped
16 - 1 teaspoon adobo sauce
17 - 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
18 - 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
19 - Pinch of salt
→ Assembly
20 - 4 vegan burger buns
21 - Lettuce leaves
22 - 1 tomato, sliced
23 - 1 red onion, sliced
24 - 1 avocado, sliced
# How to Make It:
01 - In a small bowl, combine ground flaxseed and water. Stir well and set aside for 5 minutes to thicken.
02 - In a large bowl, mash black beans with a fork or potato masher, leaving some texture intact.
03 - Add oats, diced onion, garlic, bell pepper, smoked paprika, cumin, chili powder, salt, pepper, cilantro if using, and the prepared flax egg to the mashed beans. Mix until well combined.
04 - Divide mixture into 4 equal portions and shape into burger patties of uniform thickness.
05 - Heat a non-stick skillet or grill pan over medium heat. Lightly oil if desired. Cook patties for 5 to 6 minutes per side until browned and heated through.
06 - In a small bowl, whisk together vegan mayonnaise, chipotle pepper, adobo sauce, lime juice, garlic powder, and salt until smooth and well incorporated.
07 - Toast burger buns if desired for added texture and warmth.
08 - Spread chipotle lime mayo on bun halves, layer with lettuce, tomato, onion, and avocado slices, then top with black bean patty. Serve immediately.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The burger mixture actually holds together perfectly, unlike those frustrating vegan patties that crumble apart the second they hit the grill.
- The chipotle lime mayo brings such bright, zesty heat that even my devoted meat eating friends always ask for the recipe.
02 -
- Chilling the shaped patties in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before cooking makes a world of difference in how well they hold together.
- Oats work far better than breadcrumbs as a binder, creating a heartier texture while keeping the burgers gloriously moist inside.
03 -
- Toast the oats in a dry skillet for 3 minutes before adding them to the mixture for a surprisingly nutty depth that elevates the entire burger.
- Reserve a spoonful of the adobo sauce from the chipotle can to brush on the patties during the last minute of cooking for an extra flavor boost that makes everyone ask for your secret.