ACLM-Inspired Skillet Black Bean Burgers
Shopping List (Makes 4 burgers)
Black Bean Burgers
- 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
- ½ cup quick oats
- ¼ cup homemade BBQ sauce
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- Black pepper, to taste
- Cooking spray or a small amount of olive oil
Whole-Food Plant-Based BBQ Sauce
- 1 Tbsp tomato paste
- ½ Tbsp mustard
- ½ Tbsp balsamic vinegar
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
For Serving
- Butter lettuce or romaine leaves
- 1 medium tomato, sliced
- ½ small red onion, thinly sliced
- Pickle chips
Instructions
- Make the BBQ sauce: Stir together tomato paste, mustard, balsamic vinegar and smoked paprika.
- Make the burger mixture: Mash the black beans in a bowl, leaving some texture. Stir in oats and ¼ cup BBQ sauce until well combined.
- Let the mixture sit for 10-15 minutes so the oats absorb some of the moisture.
- Divide the mixture into 4 portions and form into patties.
- Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Lightly coat with cooking spray or a small amount of olive oil.
- Cook the patties for 4-5 minutes per side, until browned and heated through.
- Serve in lettuce wraps with tomato, red onion and pickles.
