Juicy Vegan Black Bean Burger

Ingredients

• 2 cans black beans ((drained and rinsed) )
• 2 tbsp avocado oil
• 1 c mushrooms (chopped by hand or in a food processor)
• 1/2 c red onion (minced)
• 1/2 c red bell pepper (chopped by hand or in a food processor)
• 1/2 c breadcrumbs (choose gluten-free in you need to)
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp sea salt
• burger buns
• mustard
• pickled onions
• vegan cheese
• sliced tomatoes
• lettuce leaves
• vegan mayo
• avocado

Instructions

1. 1

   Heat avocado oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add onions and cook for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.

2. 2

   Add the sliced mushrooms and the red pepper bell and cook for 5-7 minutes, until the mushrooms are slightly browned, and the vegetables are tender.

3. 3

   In a large bowl, mash the black beans until they form a thick paste.

4. 4

   Add the cooked veggies, breadcrumbs, onion powder, garlic powder, and salt to the bowl.

5. 5

   Mix until well combined.

6. 6

   Divide the mixture into four equal portions and shape each into a patty. You can use a rounded-shaped mold to make it easier.

7. 7

   Heat a little olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the patties and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, until golden brown.

8. 8

   Serve the burgers on buns with your favorite toppings, such as avocado, tomato, lettuce, mayonnaise, or caramelized onions.