Black Bean Burgers with Avocado Crema
These Black Bean Burgers with Avocado Crema are flavorful, easy to make, and packed with wholesome ingredients for a satisfying plant-based meal.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 can black beans rinsed and drained
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup diced onion
- 1/4 cup diced bell pepper
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 whole grain burger buns
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Prepare the Black Bean Mixture
- Start by mashing the rinsed and drained black beans in a large bowl using a fork or potato masher. Leave some beans slightly chunky for texture but mash most into a thick paste. Add diced onion, diced bell pepper, minced garlic, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
Add the Binders
- Add the breadcrumbs and egg to the black bean mixture. Mix thoroughly until everything comes together into a moldable dough. If too wet, add more breadcrumbs; if too dry, add a splash of water or olive oil.
Form the Patties
- Divide the mixture into four equal portions. Shape each into a compact burger patty about 3/4 inch thick. Place on a plate or baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Cook the Burgers
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add patties and cook 4-5 minutes per side until golden-brown and heated through. Avoid flipping too often.
Make the Avocado Crema
- Mash ripe avocado in a small bowl until smooth. Stir in lime juice, Greek yogurt, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to taste. Mix until creamy and well combined.
Assemble the Burgers
- Toast whole grain burger buns lightly. Spread avocado crema on bottom bun, place black bean patty on top, add desired toppings, then cover with top bun. Serve immediately.
Equipment
- Large bowl
- Fork or potato masher
- Large skillet
- Plate or baking sheet
- Small bowl
Notes
- Don't over-mash the beans to maintain a pleasant texture.
- Refrigerate patties for 30 minutes before cooking to help them hold together better.
- Toast buns lightly to prevent sogginess from the avocado crema.
- Try adding jalapeños or hot sauce for a spicy kick.
- Store leftover patties in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
