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Avocado and Black Bean Burgers 1

Avocado and Black Bean Burgers

These flavorful, satisfying burgers are perfect for a meatless meal, combining creamy avocado with protein-rich black beans to create a texture and taste profile that even dedicated carnivores appreciate.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican, Vegetarian
Servings 6 patties
Calories 215 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Skillet
  • Potato Masher

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cans (15 oz each) black beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 large ripe avocado pitted and mashed
  • 1 small red onion finely diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 red bell pepper finely chopped
  • 1 jalapeño seeded and minced (optional for heat lovers)
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 3/4 cup panko breadcrumbs or gluten-free breadcrumbs for GF option
  • 1 large egg or flax egg for vegan version: 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed mixed with 3 tablespoons water
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for cooking

Instructions
 

  • Drain and rinse the black beans thoroughly. Spread them on a paper towel-lined baking sheet to remove excess moisture. Pat dry, then transfer to a large mixing bowl. Using a fork or potato masher, mash about ⅔ of the beans, leaving some whole for texture.
  • Add the mashed avocado to the bean mixture.
  • Add the diced onion, minced garlic, chopped bell pepper, jalapeño (if using), and cilantro to the bean and avocado mixture. Sprinkle in the cumin, smoked paprika, and chili powder.
  • Add the panko breadcrumbs, egg (or flax egg), lime juice, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until everything is well combined. The mixture should be moist but hold together when shaped.
  • Divide the mixture into 6 equal portions and shape them into patties about ¾-inch thick. Press a slight dimple in the center of each patty with your thumb to prevent it from puffing up during cooking.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, cook the patties for 4-5 minutes per side until they develop a golden-brown crust.

Notes

To prevent soggy burgers, make sure to thoroughly dry the beans before mashing.
For meal prep, freeze uncooked patties for up to 2 months. Cook directly from frozen, adding about 2 minutes to the cooking time per side.
Chilling the formed patties for 20 minutes before cooking can help them hold together better.

Nutrition

Calories: 215kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 8gFat: 10gSodium: 310mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 9g
Keyword Black Bean Burger, Vegetarian Burger, Avocado Burger, Plant-based Burger
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