Grilled Chipotle Mexican Black Bean Burgers

Smoky, spicy, and irresistibly satisfying, these Grilled Chipotle Mexican Black Bean Burgers are a flavor-packed vegetarian delight you’ll want to make again and again. Made with hearty black beans, a kick of chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, and aromatic spices like ground cumin and smoked paprika, these burgers are a celebration of bold Mexican-inspired flavors. Panko breadcrumbs and a beaten egg help bind the patties while keeping them tender, and grilling them to perfection adds a charred, smoky finish that’s simply irresistible. Customize your burger with toppings like crisp lettuce, creamy avocado, and fresh tomato slices, all layered on a perfectly toasted bun. Ready in under 30 minutes, this crowd-pleasing recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners, backyard barbecues, or meatless Mondays. Whether you’re vegetarian or just looking to switch up your burger game, these black bean burgers are guaranteed to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 15 oz Black beans (canned, drained and rinsed)
• 1 tbsp Chipotle peppers in adobo sauce (chopped finely)
• 0.5 cup Red onion (finely diced)
• 0.75 cup Panko breadcrumbs
• 1 tsp Ground cumin
• 1 tsp Smoked paprika
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro (chopped)
• 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 1 Egg (lightly beaten)
• 1 tbsp Olive oil
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 0.25 tsp Black pepper
• 4 Burger buns
• 0 Toppings (lettuce, tomato slices, avocado, etc.)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 375–400°F). If you don't have a grill, you can use a stovetop grill pan or skillet.

Step 2

Place the black beans in a large mixing bowl. Use a fork or potato masher to mash them until mostly smooth but with some chunks remaining for texture.

Step 3

Add the chipotle peppers, red onion, panko breadcrumbs, ground cumin, smoked paprika, cilantro, garlic, beaten egg, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to the black beans. Mix everything together until well combined.

Step 4

Divide the mixture into four equal portions and shape them into burger patties. Make sure the patties are compact to prevent them from falling apart while cooking.

Step 5

Lightly oil the grill grates using a paper towel dipped in oil and held with tongs. This will prevent sticking.

Step 6

Place the burger patties onto the grill. Cook for 4–5 minutes per side, flipping carefully with a spatula, until the patties are firm and have grill marks.

Step 7

Toast the burger buns on the grill for about 1–2 minutes if desired.

Step 8

Assemble the burgers by placing the patties on the buns and adding your choice of toppings, such as lettuce, tomato, avocado, or additional chipotle sauce.

Step 9

Serve immediately and enjoy your smoky, flavorful Grilled Chipotle Mexican Black Bean Burgers!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(910.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1245.7

Total Fat 28.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 185mg	0%
Sodium 3147.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 194.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 34.6g	0%
Total Sugars 18.4g
Protein 52.1g	0%

Vitamin D 40IU	0%
Calcium 430.9mg	0%
Iron 17.5mg	0%
Potassium 1686.9mg	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: 20.5%

Protein: 16.8%

Carbs: 62.7%