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March 15, 2021 30 Minute Meals

Black Bean Nacho Burger

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Take two of the worlds greatest foods, nachos and burgers, and combine them! Of course I put my healthy spin on it and these Black Bean Nacho Burgers were born.

An easy-to-make black bean patty topped with delicious nacho fixings satisfies my craving for that delicious bar food experience right at home. All done in 30 minutes, these burgers will be a regular on the dinner rotation. No doubt!

close up of nacho black bean burger with bun on top

The Best Healthy Nacho Burger

From the patty to the toppings, the best healthy nacho burger has mouthwatering ingredients. Get your grocery list ready!

  • Black beans
  • Quinoa
  • Cumin
  • Chili Powder
  • Salt and pepper
  • Oregano
  • Brioche buns
  • Cashew queso
  • Red onion
  • Pickled jalapeno
  • Lettuce
  • Pico de Gallo

Grab these ingredients and let's make some healthy black bean burgers.

black bean nacho burger ingredients in clear glass bowls

Making Black Bean Burgers

Now here is the fun part, making and assembling the nacho burger. Black bean patties are not as hard to make as you might think.

  1. In a food processor combine drained black beans, cooked quinoa, cumin, chipotle peppers, salt, pepper, oregano, and chili powder.
  2. Blend until it forms a crumbly paste.
  3. Take the burgers and using a 1/4 measuring cup, gently form patties.
  4. In a skillet over medium-high heat, heat some olive oil.
  5. Place the burgers in and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side. Gently flipping them once.
  6. One cooked, place on a brioche bun, and add toppings!
  • food processor with black bean burger ingredients
  • blended burger ingredients in food processor
  • black bean nacho burgers in cast iron skillet

Tips For Making Black Bean Burgers

I have a few tips on forming your burger patties so they come out evenly cooked and delicious!

Use a measuring cup to scoop them. This will ensure the same size patty for every single one!

Don't rush the cooking process. You want them to be perfectly browned on each side to ensure they stick together during the cooking.

Don't be afraid to season them! Give the mixture a taste before cooking. Don't be afraid to add a touch more salt or pepper to your liking.

Nacho Burger Toppings

So the name pretty much gives it away. Top these burgers just like you would top your favorite loaded nachos!

I love cashew cheese, fresh pico, avocado, red onion, and jalapeño! But the topping combinations are truly endless.

For more topping ideas for nachos, check out my Creamy Chicken Sheet Pan Nachos.

Sides To Serve with Black Bean Nacho Burgers

So you've got your main dish of Black Bean Burgers, I would suggest serving it with...

  • Jalapeno Popper Creamed Corn a delicious and bright side dish with sweet corn and a creamy sauce all spiced up with jalapeño.
  • Roasted Corn and Quinoa Salad is a zesty side salad that is loaded with veggies and lean protein.
  • Skinny Fiesta Corn Dip is creamy and sweet with corn and Rotel that make it a touch spicy. It's a lighter version of the classic corn dip that would go great with Nacho Burgers.
  • Skinny Spicy Margarita is the ultimate drink to serve with any Mexican fare! It's spicy and bright drink with a bubbly twist.
overhead shot of 4 open faced black bean nacho burgers on a black skillet

Frequently Asked Questions

How Long to Cook A Black Bean Burger?

Black bean burgers will never firm up the way a true beef burger does, so just warm them through and crisp the edges! 3-5 minutes per side should be perfect.

How To Store Them?

In an airtight container in the fridge. Simply reheat in a skillet or microwave to warm through.

Are Black Bean Burgers Healthy?

YES! So much protein and you can load these up with vegetables that make the perfect, well-rounded meal.

Can You Substitute Ground Beef For Black Beans?

Yes. This would be absolutely delicious with any kind of ground meat: beef, chicken, pork, or turkey. It's not necessary to put it all in the food processor through. Simply mix with your hands.

close up of nacho black bean burger with bun on top

Black Bean Nacho Burger

An easy-to-make vegan dinner idea that is a combination of your favorite bar food. Nacho Burgers are nutritious and full of protein that you can top with your favorite nacho toppings.
5 from 5 votes
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: 30 minute dinner, black bean, burger, nacho
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 5 Burgers
Author: Sara Ayesh

Equipment

  • Cast iron skillet
  • Food Processor
  • 1/4 Measuring Cup

Ingredients

  • 1 14 oz can black beans drained, rinsed, and dried
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
  • 1 tbsp cumin
  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tbsp oregano
  • 5 brioche buns
  • 1 cup pico de gallo
  • 1 mashed avocado
  • 5 tbsp cashew queso Siete or Trader Joe's is delicious!
  • 5 Romaine lettuce leaves

Table of Contents

  • 1 The Best Healthy Nacho Burger
  • 2 Making Black Bean Burgers
  • 3 Tips For Making Black Bean Burgers
  • 4 Nacho Burger Toppings
  • 5 Sides To Serve with Black Bean Nacho Burgers
  • 6 Frequently Asked Questions
  • 7 Black Bean Nacho Burger
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  1. Inetta Hicklin says

    March 16, 2021 at 5:07 am

    This would work well with a vegan eater?

    Reply
    • Sara Ayesh says

      March 16, 2021 at 12:36 pm

      Hello! Yes it would. You would need to omit the brioche bun and swap it for a vegan-friendly bun option. Brioche bread contains butter. But other than that it is vegan friendly!

      Reply
  2. Scarlet says

    March 23, 2021 at 12:51 pm

    5 stars
    I love these black bean nacho burgers. So many fabulous comfort flavors. Like a party in my mouth. Very satisfying recipe!

    Reply
  3. renae says

    March 23, 2021 at 9:42 pm

    5 stars
    This looks delicious!

    Reply
  4. Swathi says

    March 24, 2021 at 7:37 am

    5 stars
    Blackbean Nacho burgers looks delicious.

    Reply
  5. Phyllis says

    March 29, 2021 at 10:09 am

    5 stars
    This recipe is awesome!! Thanks

    Reply
  6. Sandra says

    March 30, 2021 at 12:27 pm

    5 stars
    So delicious! LOVE all the Southwest flavors packed into that burger.

    Reply
    • Sara Ayesh says

      March 30, 2021 at 12:56 pm

      Thank you so much for trying!! Glad you enjoyed it.

      Reply

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