Black Bean Burgers
Enjoy a meatless twist on a classic favorite with these Black Bean Burgers. Packed with protein-rich black beans, vibrant vegetables, and flavorful spices, these burgers offer a delicious and nutritious option for a satisfying meal. Serve on its own or on on a bun with your favorite toppings for dish that's sure to please everyone at the table.
Ingredients
- 1 (15-ounce) can low-sodium black beans
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup minced onion
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon oil (canola, olive, or vegetable)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Clean the kitchen area and wash hands with soap and water.
- Gently rub onion under cold running water before cutting.
- Drain and rinse black beans in a colander.
- Mash black beans with a fork or potato masher and set aside.
- Crack egg and beat with a fork or whisk and set aside.
- Clean the kitchen area where egg was cracked and wash hands with soap and water.
- Stir mashed beans, beaten egg, bread crumbs, minced onion, garlic powder, and oil together until combined.
- Shape into 4 equal-sized patties, then wash hands.
- Bake patties for 10 to 15 minutes, flip patties halfway through.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat, and spray with nonstick cooking spray.
- Place baked patties in the skillet and cover with a lid. Cook patties for 5 minutes on the first side, then flip patties and cook for 5 more minutes on the other side.
- Cook until the internal temperature reaches 165°F on a food thermometer.
Storage
- For safety, refrigerate any leftovers in an airtight container as soon as possible, or within 2 hours.
- Use leftovers within 4 days and reheat to 165°F before consuming.
- Leftovers can also be frozen in freezer-grade containers or bags and used within 3 to 4 months for best quality.
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Notes
- Dry beans can be substituted for canned beans. Be sure to soak and cook dry beans before using.
- For more information about food and beverage storage, go to the FoodKeeper Website or App (FoodSafety.gov)
