Spicy Black Bean Burger
This Spicy Black Bean Burger Recipe is a healthy and delicious alternative to traditional beef burgers. Made with black beans, breadcrumbs, and a variety of flavorful spices and vegetables, these burgers are easy to make and perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 can of black beans drained and rinsed
- 1/2 cup of breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup of diced red onion
- 1/4 cup of diced red bell pepper
- 1/4 cup of diced green bell pepper
- 1/4 cup of chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon of chili powder
- 1 teaspoon of cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 burger buns
- Optional toppings: avocado, sliced tomato, lettuce, cheese, salsa
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F.
- In a large mixing bowl, mash the black beans with a fork or potato masher until they are mostly smooth.
- Add the breadcrumbs, red onion, red and green bell pepper, cilantro, egg, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to the bowl. Mix everything together until well combined.
- Divide the mixture into four equal portions and shape each portion into a patty.
- Place the patties on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until they are golden brown and crispy on the outside.
- Toast the burger buns and assemble the burgers with your desired toppings.