Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of a homemade veggie burger, nestled within a soft whole wheat bun. Each bite bursts with hearty black beans, fresh bell peppers, and aromatic spices, creating a satisfying and nutritious meal that even meat lovers will crave. Perfect for summer BBQs or cozy family dinners, this recipe is easy to make and customize with your favorite toppings. Elevate your cookout experience with these delicious veggie burgers that promise to delight your taste buds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup whole wheat breadcrumbs
- 1 medium bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 large egg (or 1 flax egg)
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 4 whole wheat buns
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional toppings: lettuce, tomato, avocado, spicy mayo
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Sauté diced bell pepper and onion in a skillet over medium heat for about 5-7 minutes until softened.
- In a large bowl, mash the black beans until mostly smooth but leave some chunks for texture.
- Add sautéed veggies, minced garlic, breadcrumbs, cumin, and the egg or flax egg to the mashed beans; mix well.
- Form the mixture into patties of desired size and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for about 20 minutes, flipping halfway through until golden brown.
- Toast whole wheat buns and assemble with your favorite toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger (154g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 370mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 70mg