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Flavorful Vegan Black Bean Burger Recipe with Avocado and Chipotle Mayo for Easy Healthy Meals

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A juicy, flavorful vegan black bean burger packed with spices, creamy avocado, and smoky chipotle mayo. Perfect for quick, healthy, and satisfying meals.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked black beans (or one 15 oz can, drained and rinsed)
  • 1/2 cup old-fashioned rolled oats, ground
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 ripe avocado, sliced
  • Vegan Chipotle Mayo:
  • 1/4 cup vegan mayonnaise (e.g., Just Mayo or Follow Your Heart)
  • 1 teaspoon chipotle powder or 1 tablespoon adobo sauce from canned chipotles (adjust to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon lime juice
  • 4 whole wheat burger buns, toasted
  • Optional toppings: lettuce, tomato slices, pickles, red onion rings

Instructions

  1. If using canned black beans, drain and rinse well under cold water. Pat dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture. (5 minutes)
  2. Place rolled oats in a food processor and pulse until they resemble coarse flour. If no processor, use quick oats as is. (2 minutes)
  3. Add black beans, chopped onion, garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper to the food processor. Pulse 5-6 times until chunky but holding together. (3 minutes)
  4. Transfer mixture to a large bowl. Stir in ground oats, chopped cilantro, and lime juice. Mix well. Adjust moisture with oats or a teaspoon of water if needed. (5 minutes)
  5. Divide mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each into a slightly flattened patty about 3/4 inch thick. Press gently. (5 minutes)
  6. In a small bowl, mix vegan mayo with chipotle powder or adobo sauce and lime juice. Adjust spice level to taste. Set aside. (3 minutes)
  7. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Cook patties 4-5 minutes per side until browned and crisp. Cook in batches if needed. (10 minutes)
  8. Lightly toast burger buns. Spread chipotle mayo on bottom bun, add black bean patty, top with sliced avocado, lettuce, tomato, and other desired toppings. Finish with top bun. (5 minutes)

Notes

Do not overprocess the beans to keep some chunkiness. Chill patties for 15 minutes if they start to break. Cook over medium heat and flip gently once. Patties can be made ahead and refrigerated up to 24 hours. For gluten-free, substitute buns and oats accordingly.

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Keywords: vegan black bean burger, plant-based burger, chipotle mayo, avocado burger, healthy vegan meal, quick vegan dinner

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