Vegan Black Bean Patties

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Black Bean Patties That Will Satisfy Your Veg Burger Fix

I eat a lot of beans.

But, sometimes a bowl of nicely dressed beans just doesn’t cut it. And I need some crispy beans in my life.

So, how do you make beans crispy? Mash them up and cook them again.

These black bean patties are baked to add some crisp to their outside. With a meaty interior, these patties will make a delicious vegan black bean burger if you’re into that. I prefer to serve over a bowl of greens with a nice creamy dressing.

Plus, these vegan patties are super easy to make. The actual time you’ll spend cooking is minimal. You may be wondering how the ingredients bind together. Eggs? Flour? Breadcrumbs?

Nope. Healthy sweet potato is the key ingredient here.

So, get some crisp on those black beans and make these vegan black bean patties!

My Bad…

These black bean patties have spicy cayenne and paprika powders to pump up their flavor.

The first time I made these patties, I mistakenly thought the cayenne was paprika, so I added way too much.

The second time I made these patties, I didn’t realize that the cayenne didn’t have a small holed cap to control the amount that comes out (probably because I put it on the paprika last time I used it). So, the cayenne dumped out into the mixture again!

Unfortunately, I’m not a huge fan of spice. But, my wife is, so she was living the dream while I suffered during dinner.

The third time was the charm.

Are Black Beans Healthy?

Like other beans, black beans are the seed of a legume black.

According to Medical News Today, they are high in fiber and protein. They also offer a bunch of other health benefits. They may help strengthen bones, lower blood pressure, and the risks of cancer and heart disease.

Black beans (and beans in general) play an important role in plant based diets because of their high protein content in comparison to other plant based sources. So, if you’re on a plant based diet, make sure you’re getting your fill of beans.

If you’re using canned beans, be sure to check the sodium content. I’ve been checking this more often and noticing that some canned beans (especially the non-organic) have surprisingly high amounts of sodium. The amount ranges from less than around 90 mg (about 4% of recommended intake) to over 400 mg (up to 20%) in cans that have salt.

So, I recommend avoiding anything on the higher end. There are also no-salt options.

Can I Use A Food Processor To Mix These Black Bean Patties?

Great question! Yes, you can use a food processor to break up the beans and make the mixture. Your patties will have a different texture. They will be much denser, but still really tasty. And they will stick together better.

I prefer to break up the beans manually using a fork, wooden spoon, or pestle. I like the chunky texture with the beans not fully pulverized like they get in the food processor. But, they don’t stay together quite as well.

How Long Do These Vegan Patties Last?

These black bean patties will last 3-4 days covered in the refrigerator. I like these OXO containers. They are the best reusable containers you can get. No leaking. And microwave, dishwasher, freezer, oven, and freezer safe.

Can I Use Dried Black Beans Instead of Canned?

For some weird reason, I don’t see dried black beans as much as other beans in the bulk section of grocery stores. But, you can typically find them bagged in the grains and beans aisle.

You can pretty much always substitute cooked dried beans for canned beans in recipes. Canned beans are just cooked beans in the first place.

I love dried beans. They’re super affordable. You can make a batch and eat for days. I write all about how to cook them in this post on how to cook dried beans.

If you choose to use dried beans, just remember that there are about 1.5 cups of cooked beans per can of beans. So, you’ll need 3 cups of cooked beans for this recipe.

Serving These Black Bean Patties

You can treat these vegan patties like a piece of meat. Eat them on their own or spruce them up. Here are some ideas on how:

• Veggie Burger – These patties make a great veggie burger. Add to a burger bun or wrap with a dash of sriracha and you’re good to go.
• Make it a pita – Add the patties to a pita with a handful of greens and some yogurt for a delicious handheld meal.
• One-bowl meal – Top a bowl of mixed greens with these patties for a healthy one bowl meal.
• Top with a creamy sauce – A creamy sauce goes perfectly with these patties. Try this garlic yogurt sauce or avocado, cilantro, and lime dressing for next level flavor. In fact, you can add one of these sauces to your black bean burger or bowl if you’re really trying to get after it.

Ready to Make These Black Bean Patties?

I love a good burger. But, a crispy legume patty like these will satisfy my fix as a healthy and cheaper weekday alternative. Served with a small bowl of yogurt and that’s a meal that will keep you feeling full.

Just don’t mistake the cayenne for the paprika like me. Or else these will be called “Super Spicy Black Bean Patties”.

These patties are part of the 14-Day Vegetarian Reboot. A two-week meal plan for busy people like you so you can have more time, more energy, and gain freedom from prepared food and complicated diets.

If you’re ready for food to give you fuel for your day instead of making you feel sluggish and tired, then check out the plan here.