Vegetarian Big Tasty Burger

Sink your teeth into the ultimate comfort food with this Vegetarian Big Tasty Burger, a hearty, flavor-packed alternative to traditional beef burgers. This easy-to-make recipe features protein-rich black bean patties seasoned with smoky chili powder and earthy cumin, paired with fresh lettuce, juicy tomato, and melted cheese for a satisfying bite every time. Toasted burger buns layered with creamy mayonnaise and tangy ketchup add the perfect finishing touch to this wholesome and indulgent meal. Ready in just 35 minutes and customizable with your favorite toppings, this vegetarian burger is perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Whether you're a vegetarian or just looking for a nutritious twist on a classic, this recipe guarantees big flavor in every bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 can (15 oz) black beans
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 0.5 medium onion
• 2 garlic cloves
• 0.5 cup breadcrumbs
• 1 egg
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 burger buns
• 4 lettuce leaves
• 1 large tomato
• 4 slices sliced cheese
• 4 tablespoons ketchup
• 4 tablespoons mayonnaise

Directions

Step 1

Drain and rinse the black beans thoroughly and place them in a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Using a fork or potato masher, mash the black beans until they are mostly smooth with just a few chunks remaining.

Step 3

Finely chop the onion and mince the garlic cloves.

Step 4

In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat and sauté the onion and garlic until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 5

Add the sautéed onion and garlic to the mashed beans.

Step 6

Mix in the breadcrumbs, egg, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Stir until the mixture holds together.

Step 7

Divide the bean mixture into four equal parts and form them into patties.

Step 8

In the same skillet, add a little more oil if necessary and cook the patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side, until they are golden and heated through.

Step 9

While the patties cook, slice the tomato into four thick slices.

Step 10

Toast the burger buns to your liking.

Step 11

Assemble the burgers: spread 1 tablespoon of mayonnaise and 1 tablespoon of ketchup on the bottom half of each bun, place a lettuce leaf on top, followed by a bean patty, a cheese slice, a tomato slice, and then cover with the top half of the bun.

Step 12

Serve immediately and enjoy your tasty vegetarian burger!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1222.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2302.4

Total Fat 113.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 32.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.2g
Cholesterol 372mg	0%
Sodium 7030.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 241.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 33.4g	0%
Total Sugars 45.1g
Protein 79.0g	0%

Vitamin D 72IU	0%
Calcium 1263.0mg	0%
Iron 17.6mg	0%
Potassium 826.8mg	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: 44.3%

Protein: 13.7%

Carbs: 42.0%