Smoky, hearty, and packed with umami, these Black Bean Mushroom Burgers are a plant-based spin on a classic that even meat-lovers will love! Made with simple and affordable ingredients, they’re easy to prep, grill like a dream, and hold their shape beautifully. Whether you’re serving them up at a summer BBQ or meal-prepping for the week, these burgers deliver big flavor in every bite.

The Best Black Bean Mushroom Burgers

If you’re searching for a hearty, flavorful, and satisfying veggie burger, these Black Bean Mushroom Burgers is your new go-to! It’s smoky, savory, and packed with umami, thanks to cremini mushrooms, black beans, and a touch of nutritional yeast. Whether you’re firing up the grill or pan-searing indoors, this burger holds together beautifully and delivers on taste and texture!

Why You’ll Love These Black Bean Mushroom Burgers

✔ Hearty and Filling: Made with black beans, mushrooms, and oats for a substantial bite.
✔ Umami-Packed: Nutritional yeast, soy sauce, and smoked paprika create incredible depth of flavor.
✔ Easy to Make: Simple pantry staples and just a food processor required.
✔ Grill-Friendly: These patties hold up well on the grill or stovetop.
✔ Perfect for Meal Prep: Make a batch ahead of time and freeze extras!

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Cook the Mushrooms and Onions:

Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add the chopped mushrooms and diced onion, and sauté until the mixture is dry and mushrooms are crisped around the edges, 10 to 12 minutes. Season with ½ tsp each of salt and pepper, then stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 to 2 more minutes. Remove from the heat and let cool at room temperature for 5 to 10 minutes.

2. Blend:

In a food processor, combine the cooled mushroom mixture with drained black beans, rolled oats, soy sauce, nutritional yeast, smoked paprika, garlic powder, cumin, remaining salt and pepper, and MSG (if using). Pulse until the mixture is fully combined but still slightly textured, about 30 to 45 seconds. Scrape the sides as needed.

PRO TIP: If the mixture feels too wet, add a few extra tablespoons of oats. If too dry, add a splash of water.

3. Shape and Chill:

Form into burger patties and place them on a parchment-lined tray. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (preferably 3 to 4 hours) to help them firm up.

4. Grill or Pan-Sear:

Preheat your grill to medium-high and oil the grates. Grill burgers for 4 to 5 minutes per side, or until heated through and crisped on the edges.

5. Assemble and Serve:

Serve on toasted buns with your favorite burger fixings like lettuce, tomato, vegan mayo, pickles, and cheese!

Tips and FAQs

• Use rolled oats: They act as a binder and keep the texture hearty!
• Let the mixture rest: Chilling helps the patties firm up and stay together during cooking.
• Preheat your grill: A hot grill or pan gives you that golden, crispy edge.
• Double the batch: Freeze uncooked patties between parchment for easy future meals.
• Finely chop the mushrooms: This helps them release moisture quickly and blend evenly with the beans for a uniform texture.
• Don’t skip the sauté step: Cooking out the moisture from mushrooms and onions prevents soggy burgers and intensifies flavor.
• Grill, bake, or pan-sear: These burgers are versatile and cook well using all three methods.

Do these Black Bean Mushroom Burgers freeze well?

Absolutely! Freeze uncooked patties between parchment in an airtight container for up to 3 months.

Can I make this recipe gluten free?

Yes. Use gluten-free oats and tamari instead of soy sauce.

Can I make the mixture ahead of time?

Yes! You can prepare the mixture and refrigerate it (covered) for up to 2 days before forming and cooking the patties.

Why are my burgers falling apart?

They might need more oats (if too wet) or more chilling time. Also make sure not to over-blend the mixture! Some texture helps the patties hold together.

What if I don’t have a grill?

You can bake, air-fry, or pan sear these Black Bean Mushroom burgers as well! For instructions, please see the notes section in the recipe card at the bottom of this page.

Let’s Get Grilling!

These Black Bean Mushroom Burgers are everything a veggie burger should be —flavorful, hearty, satisfying, and DELICIOUS! Perfect for summer cookouts, meal prep, or a casual dinner.

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Black Bean Mushroom Burgers

Ashley

Smoky, hearty, and packed with umami, these Black Bean Mushroom Burgers are a plant-based spin on a classic that even meat-lovers will love! Made with simple and affordable ingredients, they’re easy to prep, grill like a dream, and hold their shape beautifully. Whether you’re serving them up at a summer BBQ or meal-prepping for the week, these burgers deliver big flavor in every bite.

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 10 minutes mins

Resting Time 30 minutes mins

Course Lunch/Dinner, Main Course, Meal Prep

Cuisine American

Servings 6 Patties

Ingredients

  

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• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 8 oz cremini mushrooms (or mushrooms of choice), finely chopped
• 1 small white onion, diced
• 1 teaspoon salt, divided, plus more to taste
• 1 teaspoon pepper, divided, plus more to taste
• 6 cloves fresh minced garlic
• 1 15-ounce can black beans, drained
• 1 cup rolled oats
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon ground cumin
• ¼ teaspoon MSG, optional
• Hamburger buns, for serving
• Preferred Burger fixings, for serving

Instructions

 

• Heat the olive oil in a large sauté pan over medium-high heat.
• Once the oil is hot, add the mushrooms and onion, and cook, stirring occasionally, until the moisture is gone and the mushrooms are slightly crisped around the edges, 10 to 12 minutes.
• Once most of the moisture has cooked out of the mushrooms, season with ½ teaspoon salt and pepper, add the garlic, and continue to cook for another 1 to 2 minutes.
• Remove from the heat and let it cool at room temperature for 5 to 10 minutes.
• Once the mushroom mixture is slightly cooled, place it in a food processor with the drained black beans, oats, soy sauce, nutritional yeast, smoked paprika, garlic powder, cumin, salt, pepper, and MSG (if using).
• Pulse for about 20 to 30 seconds, until the mixture is thoroughly combined, but not pureed (you may need to push the sides down with a spatula).
• If the mixture seems too wet, add oats a few tablespoons at a time to thicken. If it seems to dry, add a couple splashes of water to thin it out.
• Form the black bean mixture into patties and place them on a parchment paper lined tray.
• Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes – this will help them firm up and hold their form for grilling or pan-searing!
• Preheat your grill to medium-high and brush the grates with oil.
• Grill burgers until heated through and crisp around the edges, 4 to 5 minutes per side.
• Serve on hamburger buns with desired fixings and enjoy!

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Notes

To Pan-Sear:

1. Heat a skillet over medium heat and add a thin layer of oil.
2. Once hot, add burger patties and cook for 4–5 minutes per side, or until crisp and heated through.
3. Avoid overcrowding the pan—cook in batches if needed.

To Bake:

1. Preheat your oven to 375ºF (190ºC).
2. Place patties on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
3. Bake for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until firm and lightly browned.

Tip: For extra crisp edges when baking, lightly brush both sides of the patties with oil before placing them in the oven.

To Air-Fry:

1. Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for about 3–5 minutes.
2. Lightly spray the air fryer basket with oil or line it with parchment paper with perforations.
3. Place the burger patties in a single layer in the basket, leaving space between each one.
4. Air fry for 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the edges are crispy and the centers are heated through.
5. Serve immediately on buns with your favorite toppings!

Tip: Every air fryer is slightly different, so check for doneness around the 9-minute mark and adjust as needed.

 

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