Best 9 California Bean Burgers Recipes

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Are you looking for a healthy, meatless meal that's packed with flavor and simple to make? Look no further than California bean burgers! These burgers are a delicious and nutritious alternative to traditional beef burgers and are a great way to add more plant-based proteins and fiber into your diet. Made with a combination of beans, vegetables, and seasonings, California bean burgers are a versatile and affordable meal that can be customized to suit your taste preferences. Whether you're a seasoned vegetarian or simply seeking to incorporate more plant-based meals into your routine, this comprehensive guide will provide you with all the information you need to create the perfect California bean burgers at home.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

WHITE BEAN BURGERS



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These have a delicate texture and a wonderful savory taste. They're a little tricky to turn, as they can fall apart. Don't make them too thick and use an offset spatula, and it will be easier for you. They should be cooked on a flat griddle or pan; don't try to grill them on a barbecue.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     dinner, easy, weekday, burgers, main course

Time 2h30m

Yield 6 patties

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cans white beans, drained and rinsed
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 small onion, finely chopped
Salt to taste
2 to 3 large garlic cloves (to taste), green shoots removed, minced
2/3 cup finely grated carrot
3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
1/4 cup finely chopped parsley
2 teaspoons minced fresh sage or thyme
1/2 cup fresh bread crumbs
1 egg, beaten
Freshly ground pepper to taste
Whole grain hamburger buns and the condiments of your choice

Steps:

  • Heat 1 tablespoon of the olive oil in a medium-size skillet and add the onion. Cook, stirring, until tender, about 5 minutes. Add a pinch of salt, the garlic and the grated carrot, and continue to cook for another minute or two, until fragrant and the carrot has softened slightly. Remove from the heat.
  • In a food processor fitted with the steel blade, puree the beans with the lemon juice. Transfer to a bowl and stir in the onion mixture, the parsley, sage or thyme, the bread crumbs and the egg. Season to taste. Shape into patties, ½- to ¾-inch thick. Set on a parchment-covered baking sheet and cover with plastic wrap. Refrigerate for 1 to 2 hours.
  • Heat the remaining oil in a large, heavy skillet or on a griddle over medium heat and brown the patties for 4 minutes on each side, being very careful when you turn them over. An offset spatula works well for this. Serve on whole grain buns, with the condiments of your choice.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 219, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 34 grams, Fat 5 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 11 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 386 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams

CALIFORNIA BURGER WRAPS



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I love the way these fresh flavors blend together. It's a snap to throw this together using leftover burgers for a quick, healthy lunch. The burgers can also be served on buns. -Rachelle McCalla, Batesville, Arkansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
8 Bibb lettuce leaves
1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese
2 tablespoons Miracle Whip Light
1/2 medium ripe avocado, peeled and cut into 8 slices
1/4 cup chopped red onion
Chopped cherry tomatoes, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine beef, salt and pepper, mixing lightly but thoroughly. Shape into eight 1/2-in.-thick patties., Grill burgers, covered, over medium heat or broil 3-4 in. from heat until a thermometer reads 160°, 3-4 minutes on each side. Place burgers in lettuce leaves. Combine feta and Miracle Whip; spread over burgers. Top with avocado, red onion and if desired, tomatoes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 252 calories, Fat 15g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 78mg cholesterol, Sodium 518mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CALIFORNIA BLACK BEAN BURGERS



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Enjoy these meatless black bean burgers topped with the works.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 30m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 can (15 ounces) black beans with cumin and chili spices, undrained
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies, undrained
1 cup plain dry bread crumbs
1 egg, beaten
1/4 cup yellow cornmeal
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
5 hamburger buns, toasted
1 tablespoon mayonnaise or salad dressing
1 1/4 cups shredded lettuce
3 tablespoons thick-and-chunky salsa

Steps:

  • Place beans in food processor or blender. Cover and process until slightly mashed; remove from food processor. Mix beans, chilies, bread crumbs and egg. Shape mixture into 5 patties, each about 1/2 inch thick. Coat each patty with cornmeal.
  • Heat oil in 10-inch skillet over medium heat. Cook patties in oil 10 to 15 minutes, turning once, until crisp and thoroughly cooked on both sides.
  • Spread bottom halves of buns with mayonnaise. Top with lettuce, patties, salsa and tops of buns.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 385, Carbohydrate 67 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Fiber 9 g, Protein 16 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Sandwich, Sodium 940 mg

CALIFORNIA BEAN BURGERS



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Treat your family with these burgers that are made using beans a perfect dinner - that's ready in 30 minutes.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cans (15.5 or 15 oz each) red kidney beans, drained, rinsed
1/4 cup Italian-style dry bread crumbs
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
2 medium green onions, chopped (2 tablespoons)
1 egg white
3 tablespoons sesame seed
12 slices sourdough bread
1/4 cup guacamole
1 medium carrot, shredded (3/4 cup)

Steps:

  • Heat gas or charcoal grill. In food processor or large bowl with fork, process or mash beans until smooth. Add bread crumbs, Worcestershire sauce, onions and egg white; process with on/off pulses or stir until well combined.
  • Place sesame seed on plate. With wet hands, shape mixture into 6 flat oval-shaped patties, 1/2 inch thick. Coat patties evenly on both sides with seed.
  • When grill is heated, place patties on gas grill over medium-high heat or on charcoal grill over medium-high coals; cover grill. Cook 12 to 16 minutes, turning once, until patties are lightly browned on both sides and seed is toasted.
  • If desired, just before patties are done, place slices of bread on grill to toast lightly.
  • To serve, spread 1 side of each toasted slice of bread with 1 teaspoon guacamole. Top 6 slices of bread, guacamole side up, with patties. Top each with carrot. Cover with remaining bread slices, guacamole side down.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 380, Carbohydrate 67 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 11 g, Protein 19 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Sandwich, Sodium 490 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 0 g

ANY BEAN BURGERS



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Provided by Katie Lee Biegel

Categories     main-dish

Time 50m

Yield 4 burgers

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup canned beans, such as pinto, kidney or black beans, rinsed and drained
1/2 cup walnuts
1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 large egg, lightly beaten
3 tablespoons BBQ sauce
1 tablespoon olive oil
4 slices your favorite cheese, optional
4 burger buns
Desired toppings, for serving

Steps:

  • In a food processor, pulse the beans until coarsely chopped, then transfer to a large mixing bowl. Pulse the walnuts in the food processor until finely chopped, then transfer to the mixing bowl with the beans. Add the breadcrumbs, salt, onion powder, garlic powder, pepper, egg and 2 tablespoons of the BBQ sauce and mix well. Divide the mixture into 4 equal parts. Shape into burger patties and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  • Heat a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil. Brush the top of each burger with the remaining 1 tablespoon BBQ sauce. Cook the burgers BBQ sauce-side down for 3 minutes. Flip and top each with a slice of cheese if using. Cover and cook until the cheese is melted and the burgers are heated through, about 3 minutes. Place the burgers on the buns and top with desired toppings.

CALIFORNIA BLACK BEAN BURGERS



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Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • 1. Place beans in food processor or blender. Cover and process until slightly mashed remove from food processor. Mix beans, chilies, bread crumbs, chili powder and egg. Shape mixture into 6 patties, each about 1/2 inch thick. Coat each patty with cornmeal.2. Heat oil in 10-inch skillet over medium heat. Cook patties in oil 5 to 10 minutes, turning once, until crisp and thoroughly cooked on both sides.3. Spread bottom halves of buns with mayonnaise. Top with lettuce, patties, salsa and tops of buns.NUTRITION FACTS: 1 Sandwich: Calories 360 (Calories from Fat 90) Fat 10g (Saturated 0g) Cholesterol 35mg Sodium 750mg Carbohydrate 60g (Dietary Fiber 7g) Protein 14g % DAILY VALUE: Vitamin A 4% Vitamin C 12% Calcium 16% Iron 26% DIET EXCHANGES: 3 Starch 3 Vegetable 1 FatFrom "Betty Crocker's Complete Cookbook, Everything You Need to Know to Cook Today, 9th Edition." Text Copyright 2000 General Mills, Inc. Used with permission of the publisher, Wiley Publishing, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

CALIFORNIA BLACK BEAN BURGERS



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Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • 1. Place beans in food processor or blender. Cover and process until slightly mashed remove from food processor. Mix beans, chilies, bread crumbs, chili powder and egg. Shape mixture into 6 patties, each about 1/2 inch thick. Coat each patty with cornmeal.2. Heat oil in 10-inch skillet over medium heat. Cook patties in oil 5 to 10 minutes, turning once, until crisp and thoroughly cooked on both sides.3. Spread bottom halves of buns with mayonnaise. Top with lettuce, patties, salsa and tops of buns.NUTRITION FACTS: 1 Sandwich: Calories 360 (Calories from Fat 90) Fat 10g (Saturated 0g) Cholesterol 35mg Sodium 750mg Carbohydrate 60g (Dietary Fiber 7g) Protein 14g % DAILY VALUE: Vitamin A 4% Vitamin C 12% Calcium 16% Iron 26% DIET EXCHANGES: 3 Starch 3 Vegetable 1 FatFrom "Betty Crocker's Complete Cookbook, Everything You Need to Know to Cook Today, 9th Edition." Text Copyright 2000 General Mills, Inc. Used with permission of the publisher, Wiley Publishing, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

THE BEST BLACK BEAN BURGER



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This is the best black bean burger ever! The flavor you get from adding fresh herbs, spices, garlic, and shallots will have your taste buds jumping for joy. And it's easy to make.

Provided by CookingWithShelia

Categories     Veggie Burgers

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, rinsed and drained
1 ½ teaspoons grapeseed oil, or as needed
1 medium shallot, chopped
½ medium green pepper, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
3 sprigs fresh basil, chopped
1 ½ teaspoons ground cumin
1 ½ teaspoons ground coriander
1 ½ teaspoons smoked paprika
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 large eggs, beaten
1 cup bread crumbs

Steps:

  • Mash black beans in a bowl with a potato masher, leaving a few beans whole for texture; set aside.
  • Heat oil in a cast iron skillet over medium heat. Add shallot, bell pepper, and garlic. Cook and stir until vegetables have softened, 3 to 5 minutes. Add to black beans and season with basil, cumin, coriander, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  • Fold beaten eggs into the bean mixture. Sprinkle in bread crumbs, adding a little at a time and fold in. Be careful not to overmix the bean mixture.
  • Reheat the skillet that you cooked the onion mixture in. Scoop out 1 cup bean mixture and shape into a ball. Set the ball into the hot skillet and gently flatten to form a burger.
  • Cook until firm and lightly browned, 5 to 7 minutes per side. Repeat with remaining bean mixture. You might need to add more oil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 292.5 calories, Carbohydrate 44.6 g, Cholesterol 93 mg, Fat 6.5 g, Fiber 10.6 g, Protein 15.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 697.8 mg

CALIFORNIA-STYLE VEGGIE BURGERS



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Bulgur plays two integral roles in these vegetarian burgers: it's used to bolster the shiitake mushroom-and-pinto bean patties and to create a crunchy crust on the outside. Serve with your favorite toppings, or go full California-style by layering with avocado and sprouts.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains

Time 1h55m

Number Of Ingredients 15

10 ounces baby spinach
6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 1/2 ounces shiitake mushrooms, stems removed, caps finely chopped (1 cup)
1 yellow onion, finely chopped (1 cup)
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
2 teaspoons minced garlic (from 2 cloves)
1 can (15.5 ounces) pinto beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup packed cilantro leaves, chopped
2 teaspoons fresh lime juice
1 egg, beaten
1 1/2 cups Cooked Bulgur
1/3 cup dry whole-wheat breadcrumbs
6 slices Swiss cheese (optional)
6 potato sandwich rolls, split and toasted
Dijonnaise, sliced avocado, sprouts, and pickles, for serving

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick skillet, bring 1/2 cup water to a boil over high heat. Stir in spinach; cover and cook until bright green and wilted, about 1 minute. Drain and squeeze dry. Chop.
  • Return skillet to medium-high heat. Add 3 tablespoons oil, then mushrooms, onion, and a pinch of salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until browned, 6 to 7 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 minute more. Stir in beans, then transfer to a large heatproof bowl; let cool slightly. Add cilantro, spinach, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon pepper, and lime juice; mash mixture together with a fork or potato masher, leaving some larger pieces. Stir in egg, 1 cup bulgur, and breadcrumbs. Refrigerate 30 minutes.
  • Spread remaining 1/2 cup bulgur on a plate; season with salt and pepper. Form bean mixture into 1/2-cup patties (about 1/2 inch thick); press each side into bulgur to coat. Wipe skillet clean; return to medium heat. Swirl in 1 1/2 tablespoons oil and add half of patties. Cook until a deep crust forms, 8 to 10 minutes. Flip and cook until second sides are crisp and patties are heated through, about 8 minutes more. In last minute of cooking, add cheese and cover; cook until melted. Transfer to a rimmed baking sheet fitted with a wire rack. Repeat with remaining burgers. Spread each roll with Dijonnaise, then top with a patty, avocado, sprouts, and pickles; serve.

Tips:

  • Choose the right beans. Black beans, pinto beans, and kidney beans are all good choices for bean burgers. They're hearty and have a good flavor.
  • Cook the beans properly. Beans should be cooked until they're soft but not mushy. This will help them hold their shape in the burgers.
  • Mash the beans. You can use a potato masher or a food processor to mash the beans. Don't over-mash them, or the burgers will be too mushy.
  • Add flavorings and spices. Onion, garlic, cumin, chili powder, and salsa are all good additions to bean burgers. You can also add a little bit of heat with cayenne pepper or Sriracha sauce.
  • Form the burgers. Use your hands to form the bean mixture into patties. Be sure to pack the patties tightly so they don't fall apart when you cook them.
  • Cook the burgers. You can cook bean burgers in a skillet, on a grill, or in the oven. Be sure to cook them until they're browned on both sides and heated through.
  • Serve the burgers. Bean burgers can be served on buns with your favorite toppings, such as lettuce, tomato, onion, and cheese. They can also be served as a main course with a side of rice or salad.

Conclusion:

Bean burgers are a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional beef burgers. They're packed with protein, fiber, and nutrients. They're also easy to make and can be customized to your liking. So next time you're looking for a burger that's good for you and the planet, give bean burgers a try.

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