Vegetarian Classic Grilled Burger

Fire up the grill for this hearty and flavorful Vegetarian Classic Grilled Burger, a perfect plant-based alternative for your next barbecue! This protein-packed recipe combines mashed black beans, nutty brown rice, and zesty grated carrots, enhanced with smoky paprika, cumin, and soy sauce for a savory depth of flavor. The patties grill to perfection, forming a golden, crispy exterior while remaining tender inside. Topped with classic burger fixings like fresh tomato slices, crisp lettuce, tangy pickles, and a dollop of ketchup and mustard, this veggie burger satisfies every craving. Whether you add melty cheese or keep it dairy-free, this quick and easy recipe—ready in just 30 minutes—is perfect for vegetarians and burger lovers alike. Ideal for cookouts or weeknight dinners, it's a delicious step toward plant-based indulgence!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 can (15 oz) Black beans
• 0.5 cup cooked Brown rice
• 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs
• 1 medium, grated Carrot
• 0.5 medium, diced Red onion
• 2 cloves, minced Garlic
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 large Egg
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 4 whole Hamburger buns
• 4 Lettuce leaves
• 1 large, sliced Tomato
• 8 slices Pickles
• 4 optional Cheese slices
• 0.25 cup, for serving Ketchup
• 0.25 cup, for serving Mustard

Directions

Step 1

Drain and rinse the black beans thoroughly. Mash them with a fork or potato masher in a large bowl until mostly smooth with some chunks remaining.

Step 2

Add the cooked brown rice, breadcrumbs, grated carrot, diced red onion, minced garlic, soy sauce, smoked paprika, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper to the mashed beans.

Step 3

Mix the ingredients thoroughly with your hands until the mixture is well combined.

Step 4

Crack the egg into the mixture and combine until everything sticks together and can be easily formed into patties.

Step 5

Shape the mixture into 4 equal-sized patties, approximately 1/2 inch thick.

Step 6

Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Brush the grill grates or pan lightly with olive oil to prevent sticking.

Step 7

Place the patties on the grill and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they are nicely charred and heated through. If using cheese, place a slice over each patty in the last minute of cooking and cover to melt.

Step 8

Toast the hamburger buns on the grill for 1-2 minutes until golden brown.

Step 9

Assemble the burgers by placing a lettuce leaf on the bottom half of each bun, followed by the grilled patty. Top with tomato slices, pickles, and the optional cheese if not already melted.

Step 10

Spread ketchup and mustard on the top half of the bun and close the burgers.

Step 11

Serve immediately with your favorite side dishes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1530.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1779.3

Total Fat 72.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 21.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.5g
Cholesterol 248.5mg	0%
Sodium 9159.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 237.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 92.8g	0%
Total Sugars 41.4g
Protein 112.8g	0%

Vitamin D 59.8IU	0%
Calcium 751.6mg	0%
Iron 20.3mg	0%
Potassium 1185.9mg	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: 31.7%

Protein: 22.0%

Carbs: 46.4%