Spicy Bean Burgers with Cilantro Avocado Sauce
Delicious meatless burgers made with black beans and quinoa, topped with a creamy cilantro avocado sauce.
Ingredients
For the Burgers
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (whole-grain or gluten-free)
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-2 jalapeños, finely diced adjust for desired spice
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Cilantro Avocado Sauce
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro
- 1 tablespoon juice of lime
- Salt to taste
- 1 clove garlic (optional)
Instructions
Preparation
- Rinse and drain the black beans, cook your quinoa if you haven't already, and chop your onion, garlic, and jalapeños.
- In a large bowl, mash the black beans using a fork or potato masher, ensuring some texture remains.
- Combine the mashed beans with cooked quinoa, breadcrumbs, chopped onion, minced garlic, diced jalapeños, cumin, and smoked paprika. Season with salt and pepper.
- Shape the mixture into patties (usually about 4-6 burgers, depending on your size preference).
Cooking
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook each patty for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crispy.
Making the Sauce
- While the patties are cooking, prepare the cilantro avocado sauce. In a blender or food processor, combine avocado, cilantro, lime juice, salt, and garlic. Blend until smooth and creamy.
Serving
- Place the cooked burgers on your favorite buns, top with the cilantro avocado sauce, and add your favorite toppings (lettuce, tomatoes, or pickles work great!).
Notes
Tips: Let the mixture rest for 10-15 minutes in the fridge before forming patties for better binding. Adjust spices to taste and feel free to experiment with different toppings.