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Vegan Mushroom Black Bean Burger (GF)

Last updated - July 14, 2021; Published - May 6, 2018 By Rhian Williams 32 Comments

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This Vegan Mushroom Black Bean Burger is:

  • super nutritious
  • packed with flavour
  • seriously satisfying!

Vegan Mushroom Black Bean Burger (GF)

I'd been wanting to make a vegan black bean burger for ages, but didn't quite know how I could make a really special one that wouldn't taste too bland but would still be simple to make.

Inspired by my Vegan Swedish Meatballs, I decided to make an easy yet umami-rich black bean burger using this combination of ingredients:

  • hearty black beans
  • sweet onion
  • pungent garlic
  • meaty mushrooms
  • earthy walnuts

Vegan Mushroom Black Bean Burger (GF)

There's also no need for egg-replacing binding ingredients like flax eggs or aquafaba, and these burgers don't require any added grains like flours, oats or rice.

They're really quick to make and all you need is one food processor or blender, and a frying pan.

I was so pleased to see that these burgers turned out crispy on the outside, moist and tender on the inside, and looked surprisingly similar to burgers made with real beef!

Vegan Mushroom Black Bean Burger (GF)

If you like, you can add a splash of tamari and/or nutritional yeast into the burger mixture for even more umami flavour.

They're great served in a bun with lettuce and tomato, and your favourite sauces - I recommend this tomato sauce and this cashew-based mayonnaise.

Vegan Mushroom Black Bean Burger (GF)

If you're looking for side dishes, here's a selection of recipes for baked fries:

  • regular potato fries
  • sweet potato fries
  • celeriac fries
  • cheesy fries

Vegan Mushroom Black Bean Burger (GF)

For more vegan burger recipes, check out my:

  • Tofu Burger
  • Eggplant "Pulled Pork" Burger

If you try out this recipe or anything else from my blog, I’d really love to hear any feedback! Please give it a rating, leave a comment, or tag a photo #rhiansrecipes on Instagram! Thank you.

Helpful tools to make this Vegan Mushroom Black Bean Burger:

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Vegan Mushroom Black Bean Burger (GF)

Vegan Mushroom Black Bean Burger (GF)

This Vegan Mushroom Black Bean Burger is super nutritious, packed with flavour and seriously satisfying!
4.17 from 31 votes
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: mushroom walnut burger, vegan black bean burger
Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes minutes
Servings: 2
Calories: 719kcal
Author: Rhian Williams

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons oil (olive, vegetable, rapeseed or coconut)
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 400 g (14oz) tin of black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 70 g (2.5oz) mushrooms, roughly chopped (I used chestnut/button mushrooms)
  • 50 g (½ cup) walnuts
  • Salt + pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon tamari (optional - or soy sauce if not gluten-free)

To serve:

  • Burger buns (gluten-free if necessary)
  • Sliced tomato
  • Lettuce
  • Vegan mayonnaise
  • Tomato sauce

Instructions

  • Heat up 1 tablespoon of the oil and add the onion and garlic once hot
  • Fry for around 10 minutes until softened
  • Meanwhile, place the black beans in a food processor or blender (or hand-held stick blender) and whizz until completely smooth
  • Now add the cooked onion and garlic, along with the mushrooms, walnuts and salt + pepper (and nutritional yeast and tamari if using)
  • Blend very briefly so that the mushrooms and walnuts are cut up into smaller pieces, but still retain a little texture
  • Taste and adjust seasonings if necessary
  • Divide the burger mixture into two and use your hands to shape into two patties
  • Heat the remaining tablespoon of oil in a frying pan and place the burgers in the pan once hot
  • Cook on a medium heat for around 7 minutes, then use a spatula to 
carefully turn them over
  • Cook for a further 7 minutes on the other side, until slightly browned on both sides
  • Serve in burger buns with desired salad ingredients and sauces
Nutrition Facts
Vegan Mushroom Black Bean Burger (GF)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 719
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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  1. Jerr

    July 21, 2019 at 12:13 am

    What can inuse without using nuts.

    Reply
    • Rhian Williams

      July 21, 2019 at 3:19 pm

      Sunflower seeds!

  2. veronika

    August 06, 2019 at 3:27 pm

    5 stars
    these are DELICIOUS! My first attempt at making vegan burger patties on my own was a blast because of this recipe. Didn't take me 20 minutes to have them ready. Thanks!

    Reply
    • Rhian Williams

      August 06, 2019 at 7:32 pm

      Thank you so much, so glad you liked them!

  3. Rita

    August 14, 2019 at 12:22 am

    These were delicious but how can I keep them together without falling apart ?

    Thank you !!

    Rita

    Reply
    • Rhian Williams

      August 15, 2019 at 8:57 pm

      Hi - sorry to hear that. Thank you for the feedback. Making sure all the water has gone from the mushrooms when you cook them is key. Also cooking the burgers for a decent length of time before flipping them over. If you're still having problems, adding a couple of tablespoons of oats or 1 teaspoon tapioca flour can help them bind together. Hope that helps!

  4. Rita

    August 22, 2019 at 10:02 pm

    Thanks for the suggestions. They really are delicious!!!!

    Reply
    • Rhian Williams

      August 22, 2019 at 10:45 pm

      Thank you so much, so glad you like them!

  5. Ryan

    September 04, 2019 at 3:52 pm

    Do you cook the mushrooms first??

    Reply
    • Rhian Williams

      September 04, 2019 at 5:50 pm

      Yep there are cooking instructions included in the instructions!

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