Save Smoky, spicy, and hearty veggie burgers made with black beans, chipotle peppers, and flavorful spices—a perfect meatless option for any burger lover.
I love making these burgers for weekend cookouts because they satisfy meat-eaters and vegetarians alike without missing a beat.
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Ingredients
- Beans & Vegetables: 1 (15 oz / 425 g) can black beans drained and rinsed, 1/2 cup (75 g) red bell pepper finely diced, 1/2 cup (75 g) red onion finely diced, 2 cloves garlic minced
- Binding & Dry Ingredients: 3/4 cup (75 g) rolled oats, 1/2 cup (60 g) breadcrumbs, 1 large egg (or flax egg for vegan 1 tbsp ground flaxseed + 3 tbsp water mixed and rested 5 min)
- Flavorings: 1-2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce minced (adjust to taste), 1 tbsp adobo sauce (from the chipotle can), 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp chili powder, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, 1 tbsp fresh cilantro chopped (optional), Juice of 1/2 lime
- For Serving: 4 burger buns, Lettuce leaves, Sliced tomato, Sliced avocado, Optional cheese slices pickled onions mayonnaise mustard
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Instructions
- Mash beans:
- In a large bowl mash the black beans with a fork or potato masher leaving some texture.
- Mix ingredients:
- Add the bell pepper red onion garlic oats breadcrumbs egg (or flax egg) chipotle peppers adobo sauce cumin smoked paprika chili powder salt pepper cilantro and lime juice Mix thoroughly until combined.
- Form patties:
- Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape into burger patties.
- Heat skillet:
- Heat a large nonstick skillet or grill pan over medium heat Lightly oil the surface.
- Cook patties:
- Cook the patties for 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown and heated through.
- Assemble burgers:
- Toast the buns if desired Assemble the burgers with lettuce tomato avocado and any desired toppings.
Save My family enjoys these burgers during summer evenings gathered around the grill sharing stories and laughter.
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Required Tools
Large mixing bowl, Potato masher or fork, Knife and cutting board, Skillet or grill pan, Spatula
Allergen Information
Contains egg (unless made vegan), gluten (breadcrumbs and buns), and oats Some toppings like cheese and mayonnaise may contain dairy or egg Use plant-based versions if required
Nutritional Information
Calories 340, Total Fat 5 g, Carbohydrates 56 g, Protein 14 g (per serving)
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This recipe is a delicious way to enjoy a hearty burger without meat while packing in bold flavors and nutrition.
