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Best Vegan Black Bean Burgers with Oats & Peanuts

 These are the best vegan black bean burgers I've tried. Super simple to make. They are made with peanuts and oats, (you can swap peanuts for another type of nut).

Best Black Bean Burgers with Oats and Peanuts.

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Best Vegan Black Bean Burgers with Oats & Peanuts


Homemade bean burgers are always much nicer than shop-bought burgers, but these have to be the best vegan bean burgers I've tried in a while.

They are quick and simple to make, full of healthy ingredients and they taste great.

Because they are homemade, you can make them as spicy as you like (or not, if you are a wuss like me).

I tend to add enough spice for flavour and a bit of warmth.



Quick Bean Burgers


These vegan bean burgers are super quick to make.

There's no pre-cooking of ingredients. All you need to do is use a food processor or blender to blend the ingredients together.

If you don't have a food processor or blender you could mash the ingredients with a potato masher, but the nuts, onion and garlic would have to be very finely chopped.

It only takes about 10 minutes to make the mixture and form them into patties, then a few minutes each side in a hot frying pan or griddle.


Shaping burgers


You can buy presses for making burgers, for a very uniform finish, but if you don't own a restaurant, is there any need?

I just take a scoop of the burger mixture, form it into a ball, then press into a patty shape between my palms (clean of course).

Wet hands do make this job easier.


black bean and peanut burger in a bun.

Can you make them gluten-free?


It's super easy to make these black bean burgers gluten-free.

Just use gluten-free oats instead of regular oats.

It's as simple as that.


What you need to make vegan black bean burgers


Here are the simple ingredients you need to make these quick vegan burgers.

  • Black beans - I used canned beans, but you can soak and cook dried beans
  • Red onion - or white if you like
  • Garlic
  • Tomato puree
  • Peanut butter
  • Chilli powder - hot or mild
  • Paprika
  • Cumin
  • Salt & pepper
  • Peanuts - plain or salted nuts
  • Oats - porridge oats or rolled oats

Black beans in a colander.

Can you use other beans instead of black beans?



Yes, you can swap the beans for another type. I'm always in favour of using what you have.

Here are a few ideas.
  • Cannellini beans
  • Kidney beans
  • Haricot beans
  • Chickpeas
  • Pinto beans

Are canned or dried beans better?



Some people swear by dried beans and it's true they do work out much cheaper, but is there a difference in quality?

Dried beans have the benefit that they can be cooked longer until they are softer, but tinned beans are actually really good quality and great for most recipes.

They are also super convenient as they are ready to use immediately with no prep.

I'll let you decide.


Black bean burger on a bun with toppings.

Bean burger toppings



Burger toppings are a very personal thing. 

My favourite is the classic combo of mustard and ketchup, although this time I used tomato relish.

Here are a few ideas to change things up, when you make these vegan bean burgers.

Choose your selection wisely!

Burger Salad or Veg Toppings

  • Lettuce - shredded
  • Cucumber - sliced
  • Tomatoes - sliced
  • Spring onions - sliced
  • Bell pepper - sliced
  • Beetroot - raw grated or pickled sliced
  • Dill pickles - sliced
  • Mushrooms - sauteed and seasoned with pepper
  • Aubergine - sliced and grilled
  • Courgette - sliced and grilled

Burger sauces and spreads

Add that cheese!

  • Cream cheese - vegan of course
  • Vegan cheddar - melted
  • Smoked vegan cheese - melted
  • Garlic cheese - think vegan Boursin
  • Vegan mozzarella - melted

Also, try these vegan seitan beet burgers.

Reader's Photos



I love when reader's share photos and comments when they make my recipes. Here are a few readers who shared photos after making these veggie burgers.


Reader's photo of black bean burger.

Reader's photo of black bean burger served with fried onions.

Reader's photo of bean burger served with bulgur wheat.

Reader's photo and comment (loved them, best so far).

Reader's photo comment (very good).



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How long will these vegan black bean burgers keep?


Once you've made them into patties, you can store them in an airtight container, separated by non-stick baking paper for 3-4 days.

If you have leftover cooked burgers, keep them in the fridge and use them the next day in wraps or reheat them to serve how you like.


Can you freeze these dairy-free black bean burgers?



These black bean burgers with oats freeze really well.

Freeze them when they are shaped into bean patties before they are cooked.

You can freeze them in a freezer bag or tub separated by freezer-friendly non-stick baking paper, so they are easy to remove and separate.

They can then be cooked from frozen.


Vegan recipes to serve with black bean burgers


Here are a few recipes that would work well with these vegan burgers.

  1. Balsamic Beet Slaw - for those who don't like mayo
  2. Carrot & Dill Slaw - serve on the bun with the burger or on the side
  3. Dill Potato Salad - serve on the side - oh how I love this potato salad!
  4. Classic Salsa - serve these burgers in a burrito or taco with homemade salsa
  5. Homemade Chipotle Ketchup - so darn good!
  6. Paprika Spiced Sweet Potato Fries - just Mmmmm!
  7. Red Chilli & Garlic Chutney - super easy to make and add a bit of spice when you serve your burgers

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peanut & bean burger.

How to make the best vegan black bean burgers


A step-by-step photo guide followed by a full printable recipe, so your burgers will turn out perfectly every time.

Do feel free to add more spice or chilli if you like a bit of heat.


Making black bean burgers - step 1.

Step 1


  • Add the drained, canned beans to a food processor, then add the onion, garlic and spices.
    • I did this in two batches as my food processor is small, but if you have a normal-sized blender or food processor you can do it all in one go.


Making black bean burgers - step 2.

Step 2

  • Next add the tomato puree, peanut butter and nuts.
  • Season with salt and pepper.


Making black bean burgers - step 3.

Step 3

  • Whizz until you have a rough paste.
    • it doesn't have to be too fine.
  • Spoon into a mixing bowl and add the oats and mix well.


Making black bean burgers - step 4.

Step 4

  • Once it's started to come together, take dollops and roll them into balls, then flatten them into patties with your hands.
    • this is easier to do with wet hands.
  • The mixture will make between 3-4 burgers.
  • Fry in a hot pan or griddle pan with a little oil (use a small spray of oil if you are watching your calories or fat intake.
  • Cook for a few minutes on each side until they are well-browned and crisped a little on the outside.
  • Serve on lightly toasted burger buns with your favourite toppings.
  • Enjoy!


black bean burgers, vegan burgers, bean burgers, vegetarian burgers
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American, vegan
Yield: 3 - 4 burgers
Author: Jacqueline Meldrum
Best Vegan Black Bean Burgers with Oats & Peanuts

Best Vegan Black Bean Burgers with Oats & Peanuts

These are the best vegan black bean burgers I've tried. Super simple to make. They are made with peanuts and oats, (you can swap peanuts for another type of nut).
Prep time: 10 MinCook time: 10 MinTotal time: 20 Min

Ingredients

  • 235g (8 1/3 oz) black beans (400g/14 oz can of beans, drained)
  • 1 red onion (or half a large red onion), chopped into large pieces
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 2 tablespoons tomato puree
  • 1 tablespoon peanut butter
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons chilli powder (mild or hot)
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 pinch salt and pepper
  • 3 tablespoons peanuts (plain or salted)
  • 4 tablespoons oats (porridge oats or rolled oats)

Instructions

  1. Add the drained, canned beans to a food processor, then add the onion, garlic and the spices. (I did this in two batches as my food processor is small, but if you have a normal-sized blender or food processor you can do it all in one go).
  2. Next add the tomato puree, peanut butter and nuts.
  3. Season with salt and pepper. Burgers always need over seasoned.
  4. Whizz until you have a rough paste. it doesn't have to be too fine.
  5. Spoon the mixture into a mixing bowl and add the oats and mix well.
  6. Once it's started to come together, take dollops and roll them into balls, then flatten them into patties with your hands. This is easier to do with wet hands.
  7. The mixture will make between 3-4 burgers.
  8. Fry in a hot pan or griddle pan with a little oil (use a small spray of oil if you are watching your calories or fat intake).
  9. Cook for a few minutes on each side until they are well-browned and crisped a little on the outside.
  10. Serve on lightly toasted burger buns with your favourite toppings.
  11. Enjoy!

Notes

Tips

  • You may swap the peanuts with other nuts. Cashews, walnuts or brazil nuts would work well.
  • You may add more spice if you want heat.

Storing Burgers

  • Once you've made them into patties, you can store them in an airtight container, separated by non-stick baking paper for 3-4 days.
  • If you have leftover cooked burgers, keep them in the fridge and use them the next day in wraps or reheat them to serve how you like.

Freezing burgers

  • These black bean burgers with oats freeze really well. Freeze them when they are shaped into bean patties before they are cooked.
  • You can freeze them in a freezer bag or tub separated by freezer-friendly non-stick baking paper, so they are easy to remove and separate. They can then be cooked from frozen.

Calories (not including oil for cooking)

3 burgers = 263 calories per burger

4 burgers = 197 calories per burger

Nutrition Facts

Calories

197

Fat (grams)

7 g

Sat. Fat (grams)

1 g

Carbs (grams)

26 g

Fiber (grams)

8 g

Sugar (grams)

2 g

Protein (grams)

10 g

Sodium (milligrams)

37 mg

Cholesterol (grams)

0 mg

20 comments

  1. Those l,ook gorg! Looking forward to trying them.

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  2. I have everything I need to make these except peanut butter. Can I use almond butter instead? (Sam)

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  3. What perfect timing! My daughter is coming home for dinner tomorrow and I was pondering what to make. I am going to make these burgers and sweet potato wedges with some Marks & Spencer's coleslaw (I bought tonight). Jill x

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    1. Oh that is good timing. I hope you both enjoy them Jill x

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    2. I just wanted to say I made them and they are really good. We both enjoyed them. Jill x

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    3. Yay! I am so glad you bothe enjoyed them Jill.

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  4. I love black bean burgers!! These look delicious!!

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    1. Thanks and yes they are as well as super easy to make.

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  5. Love the recipe!! specially because I do not eat meat and it looks really yummy. Will making this burgers really soon. Thanks for sharing :)

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  6. Love the addition of peanuts to these vegan burgers -- it increased the protein and made the patty so much more hearty! This was delicious!

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    1. Yes it definitely adds bulk, texture and protein

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  7. Really love the addition of nuts and oats in this black bean burger variation. Can't wait to try it.

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    1. Much nicer than using breadcrumbs and healthier too

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  8. Hi Jacqueline! What is the texture of these burgers? Are they firm or fairly soft?

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  9. Can you bake them in the oven? can you fry from frozen? thank you

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    1. I find the oven can dry this style of bean burgers out as there isn't added fat. Much better cooked in a pan, even if you don't want to add oil and yes you can cook from.frozen.

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