Black Bean Burger Recipe
100% vegetarian southwestern style made with black beans, green and red peppers.
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Ingredients
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Burger Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Black Bean Mixture
In a large mixing bowl, mash the black beans with a fork or potato masher until mostly smooth. Leave some chunks for texture.
- 2
Sauté the Vegetables
In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced green and red peppers, onion, and garlic. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are soft.
- 3
Combine Ingredients
Add the sautéed vegetables to the mashed black beans. Stir in the cooked rice, cumin, chili powder, salt, black pepper, egg, and bread crumbs. Mix until well combined.
- 4
Form the Patties
Divide the mixture into two equal portions and shape each portion into a patty.
- 5
Cook the Patties
In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Cook the patties over medium heat for about 5-7 minutes on each side until they are golden brown and heated through.
- 6
Assemble the Burger
Place each patty on a burger bun and top with lettuce, sliced tomato, and avocado. Serve immediately.