Low Carb Ultimate Bean Burger
Satisfy your burger cravings with this Low Carb Ultimate Bean Burger, a delicious and nutritious twist on a classic favorite! This plant-based recipe features black beans as the star ingredient, combined with almond flour, ground flaxseed, and aromatic spices like cumin and smoked paprika for a hearty, protein-packed patty that's both flavorful and filling. Perfectly seared in a skillet, these patties are served with crisp lettuce leaves as a low-carb alternative to buns, making it an ideal option for keto, gluten-free, or health-conscious diets. Topped with fresh slices of tomato and creamy avocado, these burgers are easy to prepare, taking just 15 minutes of prep and 10 minutes of cooking time. Whether you're a vegetarian or simply looking to enjoy a lighter, yet satisfying meal, these low-carb bean burgers are sure to become a new favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Black beans, canned (rinsed and drained)
- 0.5 cup Almond flour
- 1 large Egg
- 0.25 cup Onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 2 tablespoons Ground flaxseed
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 4 leaves Lettuce leaves (for serving)
- 1 medium Tomato, sliced (for serving)
- 0.5 medium Avocado, sliced (for serving, optional)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, mash the black beans with a fork or potato masher until they are mostly smooth but still have some texture.
Add the almond flour, egg, finely chopped onion, minced garlic, ground cumin, smoked paprika, ground flaxseed, salt, and black pepper to the mashed beans. Mix everything thoroughly until well combined.
Form the mixture into 4 evenly-sized patties. Place them on a plate and refrigerate for about 15 minutes to help them firm up.
Heat olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the bean patties to the skillet.
Cook the patties for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and heated through. Be gentle when flipping them to avoid breaking.
Remove the patties from the skillet and let them rest for a minute.
To assemble the low-carb burgers, place each patty on a lettuce leaf, then top with a slice of tomato and optional avocado slices. Add another lettuce leaf on top to create a low-carb 'bun'.
Serve the bean burgers warm and enjoy this flavorful low-carb meal!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
275 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 19.6 g | 25% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.5 g | 13% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 47 mg | 16% | |
| Sodium | 366 mg | 16% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 18.1 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.7 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.2 g | ||
| Protein | 9.9 g | 20% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 86 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 523 mg | 11% | |
*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.
