🍔 Black Bean & Mushroom Burgers – Hearty, Smoky, and 100% Plant-Based

Healthy Swappers
4 days ago
2 min read

*Packed with umami flavor, these burgers are the ultimate meatless comfort food.*

If you’ve been craving a veggie burger that’s meaty in texture, rich in taste, and totally satisfying, this recipe will hit the spot. These black bean and mushroom burgers are fiber-rich, protein-packed, and made from just a handful of pantry staples. No processed patties here — just real food and real flavor.

🛠 Kitchen Tools

Hand blender or food processor
Baking sheet
Parchment paper (optional)
Frying pan (if you prefer to pan-fry)

🧾 Ingredients

Makes 6 burgers

Black beans, cooked and drained: 240 g / 8.5 oz
Mushrooms, finely chopped (cremini or button work well): 220 g / 8 oz
Oat flour: 30 ml / 2 tablespoons
Soy sauce (or tamari): 30 ml / 1 fl oz
Paprika: 1 teaspoon
Salt & pepper, to taste
Olive oil, for brushing (optional)

👨‍🍳 Instructions

Prepare the baseIn the hand blender glass or a food processor, combine the black beans, mushrooms, oat flour, soy sauce, paprika, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
Blend until combinedPulse until the mixture is well combined but still slightly chunky — you want texture, not purée.
Form your pattiesDivide the mixture into 6 equal parts and form into burger-shaped patties. Place them on parchment paper or a greased baking sheet.
BakePreheat your oven to 200ºC / 390ºF. Once ready, bake the burgers for 30 minutes, flipping them halfway through for even crispness.
Serve and enjoyLet them rest for a minute before serving. Enjoy them on whole grain buns, in lettuce wraps, or on top of a salad bowl.

🍽 Serving Suggestions

Top with avocado, red onion, and a squeeze of lime
Pair with spicy mayo or tahini dressing
Serve alongside sweet potato fries or grilled veggies

🧊 Storage Tips

Fridge: Store cooked patties in an airtight container for up to 4 days
Freezer: Freeze uncooked or cooked patties individually wrapped for up to 2 months