High Protein Black Bean Patty
Packed with plant-based power, this High Protein Black Bean Patty recipe is an easy and flavorful way to elevate your meat-free meals. Made with wholesome ingredients like black beans, quinoa, rolled oats, and a flaxseed-based egg, these patties are bursting with nutritional value and perfect for vegans and vegetarians alike. Highlighted with the earthy warmth of cumin, the smoky kick of paprika, and the fresh brightness of cilantro, these patties deliver big on flavor while being incredibly versatile. Whether you serve them in a burger bun, over a crisp salad, or as a hearty standalone dish, they’re quick to prep, taking just 40 minutes from start to finish, and ideal for meal prepping or busy weeknights. Try this protein-packed black bean patty recipe today for a deliciously satisfying way to enjoy plant-based eating!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans
- 0.5 cup quinoa
- 1 cup water
- 0.25 cup rolled oats
- 0.5 medium red onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed
- 5 tablespoons water (for flax egg)
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
Drain and rinse the black beans thoroughly under running water. Set them aside to drip dry or pat them dry with a paper towel.
Cook the quinoa by bringing 1 cup of water to a boil in a small saucepan. Add the quinoa, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes or until all the water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let it cool.
In a small bowl, create a flax egg by mixing 2 tablespoons of ground flaxseed with 5 tablespoons of water. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until it thickens.
In a food processor, roughly chop half of a medium red onion and 2 cloves of garlic.
Add the black beans, cooked quinoa, oats, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, and flax egg to the food processor. Pulse a few times to combine until the mixture is just mixed together, leaving some texture.
Finely chop the fresh cilantro and add it to the bean mixture. Transfer the mixture to a mixing bowl and stir to combine.
Form the mixture into 4 equal-sized patties, about 1/2 inch thick.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, gently place the patties in the skillet.
Cook each patty for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they are nicely browned and heated through.
Serve the black bean patties warm, as a standalone dish, in a burger bun, or atop a fresh salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
227 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 10.2 g | 13% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.2 g | 6% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 578 mg | 25% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 27.3 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.5 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.7 g | ||
| Protein | 8.5 g | 17% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 86 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 2.9 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 137 mg | 3% | |
*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.
