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black bean lentil burger patty with sauces and veggies on a bun

Black Bean Lentil Burger

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This carnivore-approved black bean lentil burger recipe is hearty, crowd-pleasing and easy to make in under 30 minutes.
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 8 burgers
Calories 154

Ingredients

Burger patties

  • 1 onion finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • ¾ cup button mushrooms finely chopped
  • 1 15- oz can black beans drained
  • ½ cup cooked brown lentils drained
  • ½ cup instant oats
  • 1 ½ tbsp tomato paste
  • 2 tsp mustard
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp salt

For the burgers

  • Burger buns
  • Tomatoes
  • Lettuce
  • Onion
  • Vegan mayo
  • Ketchup or BBQ sauce
  • Vegan cheese slice

Instructions

  • Place a pan over medium heat and add onion, garlic, oil and mushrooms. Sauté for 6-8 minutes until soft and fragrant. Transfer into a large bowl.
  • Add beans, lentils and instant oats to a food processor and pulse until roughly broken down but still textured.
  • Put the mixture into the bowl with the sautéd veggies and add the remaining ingredients for the patties. Mix and mash with a spoon until well combined.
  • Divide into 8 patties (½ inch thick) and fry them on both sides in a pan until crispy on the outside.
  • Assemble with your favorite fixings and serve warm!

Notes

  • The lentils can be replaced with more beans or cooked quinoa or rice.
  • Try different spices and like chili, cumin, cayenne, parsley and paprika in your burger patties!

Nutrition

Calories: 154kcal