Chili Bean Burgers Veggie Burgers

Sink your teeth into these hearty and flavorful Chili Bean Veggie Burgers, a plant-based delight that's perfect for any meal! Made with protein-packed kidney beans, aromatic spices like chili powder and cumin, and a hint of smoky paprika, these burgers bring a bold, satisfying kick to your plate. The patties are easy to prepare, coming together in just 15 minutes, and feature fresh parsley, garlic, and a touch of soy sauce for added depth. Cooked to golden perfection in a skillet, they’re crisp on the outside and tender on the inside. Serve these mouthwatering veggie burgers on toasted buns with your favorite toppings—think creamy avocado, crunchy lettuce, or juicy tomatoes—for a customizable, vegan-friendly meal that's as nutritious as it is delicious. Perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, these homemade veggie burgers are guaranteed to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 grams Kidney beans (canned)
• 1 small Red onion
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Tomato paste
• 75 grams Breadcrumbs (panko or regular)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 4 pieces Burger buns
• 0 as desired Additional burger toppings (lettuce, tomato, avocado, etc.)

Directions

Step 1

Drain and rinse the kidney beans thoroughly, then transfer them to a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Using a fork or potato masher, mash the beans until they are mostly smooth with a few chunks for texture.

Step 3

Finely chop the red onion, mince the garlic, and finely chop the parsley.

Step 4

Add the chopped onion, garlic, parsley, chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, soy sauce, tomato paste, breadcrumbs, salt, and black pepper to the mashed beans. Mix everything thoroughly until the ingredients are evenly combined.

Step 5

Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each portion into a burger patty approximately 1 inch thick.

Step 6

Heat the olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.

Step 7

Once the oil is hot, add the patties to the skillet. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until the patties are golden brown and crispy on the outside.

Step 8

While the patties cook, prepare your burger buns and any desired toppings such as lettuce, tomato, or avocado.

Step 9

Assemble the burgers by placing each patty on a bun and adding your favorite toppings.

Step 10

Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(877.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1421.1

Total Fat 38.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4370.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 216.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 30.4g	0%
Total Sugars 23.7g
Protein 47.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 412.8mg	0%
Iron 18.1mg	0%
Potassium 2123.3mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 24.7%

Protein: 13.6%

Carbs: 61.7%