black bean quinoa burger on a plate with a sauce next to it

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This vegan black bean quinoa burger recipe is healthy, satisfying, hearty, and also so easy to make! In addition, it’s gluten-free, baked or cooked in a pan, and is simply the best!

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Store-bought veggie burgers can be expensive and also you don’t really know the quality of the ingredients. These homemade vegan burgers are so quick to make and perfect for BBQ’s and summer.

They are also loaded with protein and made from pantry staples. You can grill them by placing it on a grill tray as well.

You can also make a big batch as meal prep and keep it in the fridge for the week just like my vegan crab cakes. When you want to make a quick vegan burger for dinner, you can just cook it on a skillet or bake it!

But, before we jump into the recipe, let’s talk about how you can customize it and learn some tips.

How to Make Vegan Black Bean Quinoa Burger

Ingredients

Black Beans

Since these are black bean burgers, you will need a can of black beans. Make sure it’s rinsed and well-drained before using because the moisture will affect the consistency.

Quinoa

We will be adding cooked quinoa because it provides texture and makes it healthy. Make sure to pre-rinse the quinoa before cooking it.

Onion & Garlic

I used yellow onion but you can use white and red onion if you like. Lots of garlic cloves make this recipe very aromatic as well.

Red Bell Pepper

Adding red bell pepper gives a great crunch and also flavor. But you can use different color bell peppers if you like.

Rolled Oats

Rolled oats provide some texture so I don’t recommend omitting it. You can use gluten-free oats if you prefer.

Flax Eggs

As a binder, we will use flax eggs (ground flaxseed and water) to keep this black bean quinoa burger recipe vegan. This step is important since the burgers will fall apart if you are not using a binding element.

Cumin and Smoked paprika

Smoked paprika is a game-changer if you never used it so I don’t recommend you omitting it. You can also add liquid smoke for even smokier taste.

Oil & Salt

I always cook with avocado oil but feel free to sub for another oil of choice such as coconut oil. You might also need to add more salt to adjust to your liking.

How to Make Vegan and Gluten-free Black Bean Quinoa Burgers

First, cook the quinoa in a small saucepan for 15 to 20 minutes. In the meantime, make the flax egg by adding ground flaxseeds and water into a small bowl. And then let it rest for 5 minutes until it has a gel consistency.

Next, make sure to chop the onion and bell pepper very small and then add the black beans in a large bowl. Mash the black beans with a fork but leave some of them whole for texture.

mashing black beans in a bowl with a fork

Now, you will add the rest of the ingredients (except oil) to the mashed beans including the flax egg and then mix well.

Form the mixture into 4 burger patties, place it on a tray and then refrigerate it for at least 30 minutes. This is very important because it will keep the burgers from falling apart so do not skip this step.

four black bean quinoa burger patties on a tray

How to cook black bean burger in a skillet

First, heat up oil in a large skillet and then cook the burgers on both sides for a few minutes until brown. Avoid moving it around too much because they will fall apart. Don’t overcrowd the skillet, I suggest cooking them two at a time.

How to bake these vegan burgers

To bake them, lay them on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet. Brush each patty with oil, and then bake at 375 degrees for 30 minutes. Flip the burgers halfway through, so that they bake evenly on both sides.

Tips & Variations

You can add any spices or herbs you like to these vegan black bean quinoa burgers such as parsley, cilantro, or chili powder.
To make them spicy, you can add cayenne or crushed red peppers.
Grill them using a grilling tray if preferred.
Always adjust to taste, add more salt if needed.

How to store Vegan Black Bean Quinoa Burger

You can store the leftovers in the fridge, covered, for up to 4 to 5 days and then reheat it on the stovetop until warm. You can also store uncooked patties in the fridge then cook them when ready to eat.

black bean quinoa burger with toppings in a bun

Topping Ideas

Fresh greens like lettuce, kale or spinach
Cucumbers, tomatoes, sliced avocados or sprouts
Add some dijon mustard, vegan garlic aioli, vegan mayonnaise, vegan ranch dressing and ketchup
Pickled or fresh red onions

How to Serve them

You can make it into a meal by serving these black bean veggie burgers with some side dishes such as:

Cucumber tomato onion salad for a healthy pairing
Vegan potato salad for a hearty meal
Vegan Mac and Cheese for a classic twist
Roasted potatoes, coleslaw, baked beans or sweet potatoes on the side!

This vegetarian burger recipe is very easy and quick. It is also:

Hearty & Comforting
Gluten-free & soy-free
Healthy & Filling
Meal-prep friendly
Also so delicious!

More healthy plant-based recipes to try

So, did you make this? I’d love for you to leave a comment and rate the recipe. You can also share your photo of the recipe on Pinterest and tag me on Instagram using @avocadocentric or #avocadocentric! xo, Selin

Black Bean Quinoa Burger (Vegan & Gluten-free)

Author: avocadocentric
Prep Time: 35 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Yield: 4 burgers 1x
Category: Main
Method: Cook
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegan

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This vegan black bean quinoa burger recipe is healthy, satisfying, hearty, and so easy to make! It’s gluten-free, baked or cooked in a pan, and is simply the best!

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