Chris New Black Bean Rice Burgers
Meet your new go-to recipe for hearty, homemade veggie burgers: Chris New Black Bean Rice Burgers! This quick and easy recipe brings together protein-packed black beans, nutty cooked rice, and savory seasonings like cumin, smoked paprika, and chili powder for a flavor explosion in every bite. Held together with breadcrumbs and a perfectly balanced egg, these patties are crisped to perfection in a skillet with just a touch of olive oil. Ready in under 30 minutes, they’re perfect for a weeknight dinner or casual gathering. Serve them on toasted burger buns with your favorite toppings—think creamy avocado, fresh tomato slices, and tangy sauces—for a customizable, plant-based delight. Whether you're a longtime vegetarian or just looking to cut back on meat, these satisfying black bean burgers will be a hit!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 15 ounces (1 can, rinsed and drained) black beans
- 1 cup cooked white or brown rice
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 0.5 cup (finely chopped) red onion
- 2 cloves (minced) garlic
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons (for cooking) olive oil
- 4 (optional, for serving) burger buns
- to taste (optional, for serving) toppings (lettuce, tomato, avocado, etc.)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, add the rinsed and drained black beans. Use a fork or potato masher to mash the beans until mostly smooth, leaving some chunks for texture.
Add the cooked rice, breadcrumbs, finely chopped red onion, minced garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and black pepper to the bowl. Mix well to combine.
Crack the egg into the mixture and stir until fully incorporated. The mixture should hold together when pressed. If it's too wet, add more breadcrumbs 1 tablespoon at a time; if it's too dry, add a small splash of water.
Divide the mixture into four equal portions and shape each portion into a patty about 1/2 inch thick.
Heat the olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is shimmering, add the patties to the skillet. Cook for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and heated through. Flip carefully to avoid breaking the burgers.
Once cooked, remove from skillet and set aside. If using burger buns, lightly toast them in the same skillet for extra flavor.
Assemble your burgers by placing the black bean rice patties on the buns, adding your favorite toppings such as lettuce, tomato, avocado, or sauces. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6975 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 99.0 g | 127% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.3 g | 42% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 220 mg | 73% | |
| Sodium | 23383 mg | 1017% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1171.1 g | 426% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 359.5 g | 1284% | |
| Total Sugars | 70.6 g | ||
| Protein | 384.9 g | 770% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 3238 mg | 249% | |
| Iron | 103.7 mg | 576% | |
| Potassium | 698 mg | 15% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
