Black Bean Nacho Burgers Recipe

Name: Black Bean Nacho Burgers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 15 ounce can black beans, drained and rinsed; 1/2 cup finely crushed tortilla chips (preferably blue corn); 1/3 cup salsa plus additional for serving; 1/2 cup 50% reduced-fat grated cheddar; 1 large egg, lightly beaten; 1 scallion, white and green part, finely chopped; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 4 hamburger buns; 2 teaspoons vegetable oil; 4 butter lettuce leaves (optional)

Servings: persons

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1. Use a food processor or a potato masher to smash beans until chunky, leaving some partly whole. Stir in crushed chips, salsa, cheddar, egg, scallion and black pepper. Set mixture aside 10 minutes, then shape into 4 patties.
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2. Place patties on a plate, cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate at least 30 minutes or overnight.
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3. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Place buns on a baking sheet and heat in oven until warm to the touch, 4 to 6 minutes.
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4. Meanwhile, heat 1 teaspoon oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add patties to pan and cook until golden brown on one side, 4 to 5 minutes. Add remaining oil, flip patties and cook until underside is golden, 4 to 5 minutes. Remove from heat and serve topped with salsa and lettuce, if desired, on buns.

326

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 15 ounce can black beans, drained and rinsed, 1/2 cup finely crushed tortilla chips (preferably blue corn), 1/3 cup salsa plus additional for serving, 1/2 cup 50% reduced-fat grated cheddar, and more.

Yes, Black Bean Nacho Burgers falls under the Snacks & Appetizers category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Black Bean Nacho Burgers

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