Easy Black Bean Nacho Burgers with Salsa and Cheese
Make Black Bean Nacho Burgers with simple ingredients for a quick, cheesy, and satisfying meatless burger recipe.
Servings: 4 servings
Equipment
- mixing bowl (large)
- plate or tray
- large nonstick skillet
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked black beans rinsed and drained
- 1 cup finely crushed nacho-flavored tortilla chips such as Doritos
- ½ cup salsa
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 large egg lightly beaten
- 2 green onions thinly sliced
- salt and pepper to taste
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 hamburger buns toasted, if desired
- sliced avocado salsa, and sour cream, for serving, if desired
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mash the black beans until mostly smooth, leaving some texture.2 cups cooked black beans
- Stir in the crushed tortilla chips, salsa, cheddar cheese, egg, green onions, salt, and pepper. Let sit for 10 minutes.1 cup finely crushed nacho-flavored tortilla chips, ½ cup salsa, ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese, 1 large egg, 2 green onions, salt and pepper
- Divide the mixture into 4 portions and shape into patties. Place on a plate, cover, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.3 tablespoons olive oil
- Cook patties for 4-5 minutes until golden brown. Flip, add remaining oil, and cook another 4-5 minutes.
- Serve on buns with sliced avocado, salsa, and sour cream, if desired.4 hamburger buns, sliced avocado
Notes
🥡 STORAGE: Store leftover patties in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Keep buns and toppings separate until ready to serve.
♨️ REHEATING: Skillet: Reheat patties in a lightly oiled skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes per side.
Air fryer: Reheat at 350°F for 3-5 minutes until warmed through.
Oven: Reheat at 350°F for 8-10 minutes.
Microwave: Reheat in 30-second intervals, though texture will be softer.
❄️ FREEZING: Freeze patties in a single layer until firm, then transfer to a freezer-safe container.
Store for up to 2 months.
Thaw in the refrigerator before reheating or cooking.
💡 TIPS FOR BEST RESULTS: Chill patties before cooking so they hold together better.
Let the mixture rest before shaping.
Flip carefully to prevent breaking.
Leave some bean texture for a better bite.
🍳 ALTERNATE COOKING METHODS: Oven: Bake at 400°F for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway.
Air fryer: Cook at 375°F for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway.
Grill pan: Cook over medium heat for 4-5 minutes per side.
♻️ LEFTOVERS: Crumble patties over nachos, taco salads, or rice bowls.
Use in wraps or quesadillas for quick meals.
📝 NOTES: The mixture can be made ahead and refrigerated overnight.
Add jalapeños or hot salsa for more heat.
Sprinkle extra cheese on patties during the last minute of cooking for extra flavor.
This recipe was originally shared from Hot Eats and Cool Reads
Nutrition
Serving: 1sandwich | Calories: 687kcal | Carbohydrates: 81g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 31g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 10g | Monounsaturated Fat: 14g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 49mg | Sodium: 941mg | Potassium: 617mg | Fiber: 12g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 318IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 245mg | Iron: 5mg
