Beef and Bean Burger Base Recipe
This is one of the base recipes featured in Part 2 of our Whole Life Meal Plan. Substituting beans for part of the beef in a traditional burger helps cut saturated fat while still providing quality protein. This beef and bean burger recipe is packed with plenty of flavor and moisture to satisfy your burger cravings!
Servings: 8 burgers
Ingredients
Base Recipe
- ½ Tablespoon extra virgin olive oil or cooking spray
- 15-ounce can low-sodium beans, drained (~1 ½ cups)
- 1 pound grass-fed (grass-finished) ground beef
- ½ cup Panko bread crumbs (whole grain suggested)
- 1 medium shallot or ¼ small onion (~¼ cup diced)
- ¼ cup chopped fresh herbs
- 1 large egg
- 2 small garlic cloves, minced (~1 teaspoon)
- ¾ teaspoon kosher salt
- Dash pepper
- 8 whole grain hamburger buns, lightly toasted
Mix-ins to YOUR taste
- ¼ cup pesto
- 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.
- Place beans in a large mixing bowl and lightly mash.
- Add beef, shallot, herbs, bread crumbs, egg, garlic, salt, pepper, and optional mix-ins. Mix until just combined.
- Create 8 patties with your hands and place on the pan, spaced at least 1” apart.
- Cook 10-12 minutes or until cooked through to 155ºF. 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 4-5 minutes per side. Use a meat thermometer to check for doneness (155ºF).
Toppings to YOUR taste
- Sliced tomato
- Lettuce or leafy greens
- Sliced or shredded cheese
- Pickled vegetables
- Sliced or smashed avocado
- Mustard
- Ketchup, barbecue sauce, or hot sauce
- Greek yogurt ranch or aioli