Bean Burgers Base Recipe
This is one of our base recipes. Plant-forward diets should not be restrictive or boring, which is why we created this delicious bean burger base recipe! This simple bean burger provides plenty of flavor, moisture, and quality protein to satisfy your plant-based burger cravings.
Servings: 6 burgers
Ingredients
Base Recipe
- ½ Tablespoon extra virgin olive oil or cooking spray
- 2, 15-ounce cans low-sodium beans, drained and rinsed (~3 cups)
- ½ cup Panko bread crumbs
- 2 Tablespoons - ¼ cup chopped fresh herbs
- 2 Tablespoons - ¼ cup finely diced onion or shallot
- 2 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 large eggs
- 2 small garlic cloves, minced (~1 teaspoon)
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- Dash pepper
- 6 whole grain hamburger buns, lightly toasted
Mix-ins to YOUR taste
- ¼ cup pesto (replace oil and herbs)
- ¼ cup diced fresh or cooked vegetables
- ¼ cup shredded or crumbled cheese
- 4-ounce can diced green chiles or
- 2 Tablespoons minced chipotles in adobo
- ¼-2 teaspoons spices and/or dried herbs
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425ºF. Lightly brush a baking sheet with oil or use pan spray.
- Place beans in a large mixing bowl and mash until almost smooth or leave slightly chunky.
- Add bread crumbs, herbs, extra virgin olive oil, onion, eggs, garlic, salt, pepper, and optional mix-ins. Mix until combined.
- Create 6 patties with your hands or with the help of a portion scoop and place on the pan, spaced at least 1” apart.
- Cook 8-10 minutes or until cooked through and slightly brown on the edges. Serve on toasted buns with toppings to YOUR taste. Enjoy!
Notes
You can also cook these burgers on the stovetop. Heat a skillet over medium. Add oil to the pan. Once the oil is shimmering, add the patties. Cook 3-4 minutes per side.
Toppings to YOUR taste
- Sliced tomato
- Lettuce or leafy greens
- Sliced or shredded cheese
- Pickled vegetables
- Sliced or smashed avocado
- Mustard
- Vegan tahini dressing
- Curry ketchup, barbecue sauce, salsa, or hot sauce
- Greek yogurt ranch, lime crema, or aioli