Searching for a flavorful and healthy vegetarian burger alternative? These Chipotle Black Bean Burgers are guaranteed to fulfill your desire for a tasty dish. Packed with protein-rich black beans, hearty quinoa, and spicy chipotle flavor, these burgers are a tasty alternative to traditional beef patties. Top them with your preferred toppings and sandwich between buns like sweet corn relish, crunchy cabbage slaw, creamy avocado slices, and tangy cheese for a mouthwatering experience.
Plus, with the added bonus of a homemade sweet corn relish and zesty red cabbage slaw, these burgers are bursting with fresh flavors and vibrant colors. Whether you’re vegetarian or just looking to switch up your burger game, give these Chipotle Black Bean Burgers a try for a satisfying and wholesome meal. Let’s dive into the recipe!
Healthy Chipotle Black Bean Burgers
Ingredients
Chipotle Black Bean Burgers
- 1 can black beans (15 oz) drained and rinsed
- ½ cup quinoa cooked according to package directions
- ¼ cup panko bread crumbs
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon minced chipotle in adobo sauce (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 pinch salt to taste
- 1 medium egg lightly beaten
- 6 medium buns
Sweet Corn Relish
- 2 ears corn kernels removed
- ¼ cup yellow onion chopped
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 pinch salt
Red Cabbage Slaw
- ½ cup orange juice freshly squeezed
- ¼ cup lime juice freshly squeezed
- ½ small red onion coarsely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic coarsely chopped
- ¼ cup basil leaves, fresh
- 1 tablespoon honey
- ½ cup olive oil
- 1 pinch salt to taste
- 1 pinch ground black pepper to taste
- ½ head red cabbage finely shredded
Instructions
Chipotle Black Bean Burgers
- Preheat oven to 400ºF (200ºC).
- In a large bowl, mash half of the black beans with a fork or potato masher.
- Add the remaining black beans, cooked quinoa, panko bread crumbs, minced garlic, chipotle in adobo sauce, onion powder, ground cumin, and salt. Mix well to combine.
- Taste the mixture and adjust the spiciness if necessary.
- Add lightly beaten egg until the mixture binds together.
- Shape the mixture into 6 patties of equal size and arrange them on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet.
- Bake in the oven for 20 minutes, or until done. Optionally, flip the patties halfway through baking, at the 10-minute mark, for even cooking.
- Top your buns with the burgers and add your preferred toppings.
Sweet Corn Relish
- In a small saucepan, combine the corn kernels, chopped onion, apple cider vinegar, sugar, and salt.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Remove from heat and let cool. Use as a topping for the burgers.
Red Cabbage Slaw
- In a blender, combine the orange juice, lime juice, red onion, garlic, basil leaves, honey, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Blend until the mixture is smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the finely shredded red cabbage in a large bowl.
- Toss to coat the cabbage evenly with the dressing.
- Serve as a side or as a topping for the burgers.
- Enjoy your Chipotle Black Bean Burgers with Sweet Corn Relish and Red Cabbage Slaw!