High Protein Ultimate Bean Burger
Elevate your plant-based meal game with the High Protein Ultimate Bean Burger, a satisfying and nutritious option perfect for vegans, vegetarians, and anyone looking for a protein-packed twist on traditional burgers. This hearty recipe combines black beans and chickpeas, delivering fiber and protein, while rolled oats and ground flaxseeds provide structure and added nutrition. Flavored with smoked paprika, ground cumin, and a splash of soy sauce (or tamari for a gluten-free option), these patties are bursting with savory goodness. Quick and easy to prepare, this recipe takes just 35 minutes and is ideal for weeknight dinners or weekend cookouts. Serve them on freshly toasted buns with your favorite toppings—think creamy avocado, crisp lettuce, or melted vegan cheese—to create an irresistible plant-based masterpiece that’s both delicious and wholesome. Perfect as a crowd-pleasing meat alternative or a nourishing lunch idea!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups cooked black beans
- 1.5 cups cooked chickpeas
- 0.75 cups rolled oats
- 2 tablespoons ground flaxseeds
- 5 tablespoons water
- 0.5 cup onion, finely diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 2 tablespoons parsley or cilantro, finely chopped
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- optional toppings (e.g., lettuce, tomato slices, vegan cheese, avocado)
- 4 burger buns (gluten-free if needed)
Instructions
In a small bowl, mix the ground flaxseeds with water and let sit for 5 minutes to form a flax egg.
In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté diced onion for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes. Set aside to cool slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, mash the black beans and chickpeas using a potato masher or fork, leaving a few chunks for texture.
Add the rolled oats, flax egg, sautéed onions and garlic, smoked paprika, ground cumin, soy sauce (or tamari), nutritional yeast, parsley or cilantro, salt, and pepper to the mashed beans and chickpeas. Mix thoroughly using your hands or a spoon until well combined.
Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each into a patty about 1/2-inch thick.
Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium heat. Lightly grease with a bit of olive oil if needed. Cook each patty for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and heated through.
Toast the burger buns if desired and assemble the burgers with your favorite toppings (e.g., lettuce, tomato, vegan cheese, avocado).
Serve immediately and enjoy your High Protein Ultimate Bean Burger!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1390 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 34.3 g | 44% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.7 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3242 mg | 141% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 206.5 g | 75% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 60.8 g | 217% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.5 g | ||
| Protein | 74.8 g | 150% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 365 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 21.9 mg | 122% | |
| Potassium | 2878 mg | 61% | |
*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.
