Ingredients
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1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
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1 cup cooked long-grain brown rice (optional but recommended)
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1 medium sweet potato, peeled and grated
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1 small red bell pepper, finely chopped
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1/2 small green bell pepper, finely chopped
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1 clove garlic, minced
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1 tsp smoked paprika
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1 tsp chili powder
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1 tsp ground cumin
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1 tsp salt
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1 Tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
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1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
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1/4 cup rolled oats (optional)
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2 Tbsp mashed avocado (optional)
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1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
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1/4 cup crushed tortilla chips (for serving)
Directions
Sub-title: A delicious twist on traditional black bean burgers made with a hint of lime and fresh cilantro, perfect for your next barbecue!
Description:
These mouthwatering vegan Brazilian black bean burgers are packed with protein, fiber, and flavor. Made with simple pantry staples like beans, brown rice, and chia seeds, they’re also gluten-free and soy-free. The addition of fresh herbs, spices, and a tangy lime juice glaze takes them to the next level! Serve them up on whole grain buns with all your favorite burger fixings for a complete meal any day of the week.
Ingredients:
* 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
* 1 cup cooked long-grain brown rice (optional but recommended)
* 1 medium sweet potato, peeled and grated
* 1 small red bell pepper, finely chopped
* 1/2 small green bell pepper, finely chopped
* 1 clove garlic, minced
* 1 tsp smoked paprika
* 1 tsp chili powder
* 1 tsp ground cumin
* 1 tsp salt
* 1 Tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
* 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
* 1/4 cup rolled oats (optional)
* 2 Tbsp mashed avocado (optional)
* 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
* 1/4 cup crushed tortilla chips (for serving)
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, mash together the black beans, cooked brown rice, sweet potato, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, garlic, smoked paprika, chili powder, cumin, and salt until mostly smooth. Stir in the lime juice, unsweetened applesauce, and optional oats. Mix well.
3. Add the optional mashed avocado and chopped cilantro to the mixture. Stir gently to combine.
4. Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each portion into a patty about 1/2 inch thick. Place the patties on the prepared baking sheet.
5. Bake for 15 minutes. Flip the patties over and continue baking for another 10-15 minutes, or until golden brown on both sides.
6. While the burgers are cooking, prepare your desired toppings such as ketchup, mustard, lettuce, tomatoes, pickles, onion, etc.
7. To assemble the burgers, place a burger on each bun and top with your choice of condiments and toppings. Serve immediately.
Note: For a crunchier texture, you can lightly coat the uncooked patties with cornstarch before placing them on the baking sheet.
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Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. |
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In a large bowl, mash together the black beans, cooked brown rice, sweet potato, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, garlic, smoked paprika, chili powder, cumin, and salt until mostly smooth. Stir in the lime juice, unsweetened applesauce, and optional oats. Mix well. |
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Add the optional mashed avocado and chopped cilantro to the mixture. Stir gently to combine. |
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Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each portion into a patty about 1/2 inch thick. Place the patties on the prepared baking sheet. |
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Bake for 15 minutes. Flip the patties over and continue baking for another 10-15 minutes, or until golden brown on both sides. |
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While the burgers are cooking, prepare your desired toppings such as ketchup, mustard, lettuce, tomatoes, pickles, onion, etc. |
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7
Done
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To assemble the burgers, place a burger on each bun and top with your choice of condiments and toppings. Serve immediately. |
