Southwest Black Bean Burger (Vegan)
These zesty Southwest Black Bean Burgers are easy to make, loaded with flavor, and topped with a creamy Big Mac sauce! Simple, hearty, and made with whole food ingredients.
Servings: 4 medium patties
Ingredients
- 15 oz. can black beans
- 1/3 cup oat flour
- 1/4 cup salsa
- 1/3 cup cooked sweet corn
- 2-3 Tbsp. diced green chiles, mild
- 3 Tbsp. fresh cilantro (finely chopped)
- 3 green onions (finely sliced)
- 2 tsp. taco seasoning
- 1/4 tsp. salt
For serving:
- Vegan Big Mac Sauce
- Buns, lettuce/greens, sliced onion, tomato, etc.
Instructions
- Prepare: Rinse and drain the black beans, then pat dry with a towel. Add beans to a large bowl. Mash with a potato masher. (Leave some chunks for texture.) Add the rest of the ingredients and mix well until combined.
- Form: Shape into 3 or 4 patties.* (I make 4 evenly-sized balls, then gently press down with my hands to form a patty, leaving them about 3/4" thick. The mixture can be a little sticky, so very lightly wet your hands to prevent sticking if needed.)
- Refrigerate: Cover patties and refrigerate for at least 20-30 minutes (or several hours) to let the mixture set.
- Bake: When ready to bake, preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or baking mat. Place patties on sheet. (Simply re-form if they lose their shape during transfer.) Bake for 15 minutes. Flip, then bake 15 minutes more. Let cool/rest for 5-10 minutes to firm up even more before serving.
Notes
*Yield: This recipe makes 3 large or 4 medium patties.
Nutrition: Estimated nutritional content is calculated without the sauce.
Make it spicy: Add a pinch of chipotle powder or cayenne pepper to taste. Or use medium green chiles or diced jalapeno.
Storing: The patties can be refrigerated (baked or unbaked) for about 3-4 days.
For gluten-free: Ensure your oat flour is gluten-free and serve the burgers without a bun or atop fresh greens. (Or use GF buns if available.)
Nutrition Per Serving (Estimate)
Calories: 145 kcal | Carbohydrates: 26 g | Protein: 8 g | Fat: 1 g | Saturated Fat: 0.2 g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5 g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.3 g | Potassium: 438 mg | Fiber: 9 g | Sugar: 1 g | Vitamin A: 267 IU | Vitamin C: 5 mg | Calcium: 55 mg | Iron: 3 mg
