Low-Carb, Gluten-Free Black Bean and Lentil Burgers

These black bean and lentil burgers are easy to make, full of protein, and can be served to cookout guests on low-carb or gluten-free diets!

• Preparation Time: 30 mins
• Cooking Time: 25 mins
• Total Time: 55 mins
• Calories: 154 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 egg
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• salt and ground black pepper to taste
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons ground cumin
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• ½ cup finely chopped mushrooms
• ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 (14 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 bell pepper, finely chopped
• 1 jalapeno pepper, finely chopped (Optional)
• ¾ cup ground lentils, or as needed

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

Mash black beans with a fork until chunky but not totally smooth.

Step 3

Combine onion, bell pepper, mushrooms, jalapeno pepper, and garlic in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper.

Step 4

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Saute vegetable mixture until softened, 5 to 8 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

Step 5

Transfer vegetable mixture to a food processor; pulse for 1 to 2 minutes. Mix into black beans. Mix in ground lentils and egg. Add cumin, chili powder, and paprika. Refrigerate mixture for 30 minutes.

Step 6

Shape cooled mixture into patties. Arrange on the baking sheet.

Step 7

Bake until browned, 10 to 15 minutes per side.