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Vegetarian Black Bean Burgers Recipe

Black beans, rice, guacamole and salsa is always a winning combination. Make your Monday meatless with this satisfying burger.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: black bean burger, black bean pattie, vegetarian burger
Servings: 4
Author: Brenda Garrison | Simple Nourished Living

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/2 cup instant brown rice
  • 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1/2 cup Italian-seasoned breadcrumbs
  • 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • 1/4 cup guacamole
  • 1/4 cup salsa
  • Reduced-fat sour cream (optional)

Instructions

  • Add water to a pan and bring to a boil over high heat.
  • Add rice and cover. Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Remove rice from heat and set aside.
  • Add black beans to a mixing bowl. Use potato masher or fork to lightly smash, leaving about one quarter of the beans whole.
  • Fluff rice and add to the beans.
  • Add breadcrumbs, eggs, garlic salt, and pepper. Mix to combine well.
  • Divide mixture evenly to make four 1-inch thick patties.
  • Lightly oil a non-stick skillet and heat to medium-high.
  • Add patties and cook for 4-5 minutes.
  • Turn patties and cook for an addition 4-5 minutes.
  • Remove from heat once browned and heated through.
  • Top each of the cakes with 1 tablespoon of guacamole and 1 tablespoon salsa. Add a dollop of sour cream, if using. Serve immediately.

Notes

Serving size: 1 black bean burger
WW Points: 5
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9 SmartPoints (Green plan)
5 SmartPoints (Blue plan)
3 SmartPoints (Purple plan)
7 PointsPlus (Old plan)
Cooking Notes:
  • Use pre-cooked packaged rice.
  • Substitute pinto or kidney beans.
  • Skip the guacamole if you prefer a low-fat option.
  • Use an egg replacement to make it vegan.
  • Use almond meal in place of breadcrumbs to make it gluten-free.
  • Use quinoa or any other grain in place of rice.
  • Add a little hot sauce or additional seasoning to spice things up.

Nutrition

Serving: 1black bean cake | Calories: 241kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 9.2g | Fat: 9.2g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 93mg | Sodium: 1045mg | Potassium: 521mg | Fiber: 5.4g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 270IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 89mg | Iron: 4mg