I love homemade black bean veggie burgers, they are such a filling and healthy meal that is not only easy to make but always delicious! You don’t have to buy those prepackaged frozen veggie burgers to have a healthy, wholesome meal in just minutes. In fact, these only take about 5 minutes of prep time then they just head into the oven to bake, giving you time to go do other things while dinner is cooking! Sounds like a win win right?
These healthy pumpkin black bean veggie burgers are gluten free, vegan, low fat and extremely filling. I just couldn’t stop eating them! I made homemade microwave English muffins to serve these pumpkin black bean veggie burgers on, since Dave is just in love with those English muffins. I swear he would have one every day if he could! These burgers are also fantastic in a homemade burrito bowl or even just served up with some cilantro lime cauliflower rice and fajita seasoned peppers and onions. Dinner my friends does not have to be difficult to be amazing!
When you think of pumpkin I’m sure most people think sweet. But one of my favorite ways to eat pumpkin is savory, especially if you pair it with cumin and smoked paprika for that slightly smokey note. Pumpkin isn’t just for dessert friends! Just be sure to buy canned pumpkin, not pumpkin pie mix, and you will be in good shape. You could also use butternut squash puree or even roast you own pumpkin and use that in these burgers. Just be sure to strain out your homemade pumpkin puree so it’s not too wet or these will fall apart.
Black Bean Veggie Burgers Recipe Tips
Adding pumpkin to your homemade black bean veggie burgers gives this already healthy meal an extra boost! I also added turmeric, which is a spice known for it’s anti-inflammatory qualities. These pumpkin black bean veggie burgers would be perfect for runners recovering from a long run, they have healthy carbs, protein and are packed with anti-inflammatory foods and electrolytes.
Pumpkins are full of Vitamin A – yup the same as their other orange friend carrots, pumpkin is great for your eyesight! Pumpkin like many other fruits and veggies is full of anti-oxidants, which help neutralize free radicals in the body. Pumpkin is also a great source of potassium which most people associate with bananas. Potassium is an electrolyte that helps aid in muscle recovery.
Black beans are full of fiber, protein, iron and potassium. Black beans are also full of calcium, magnesium, copper and zinc. These important minerals can help keep your joints and bones healthy as well as help you keep your weight down.
If you love veggie burgers be sure to check out these plantain black bean burgers.
Pumpkin Black Bean Burgers
Ingredients
- 1 can organic black beans rinsed and drained
- 1/2 cup organic pumpkin puree
- 2 tbs. chia seeds
- 2 tbs. coconut flour
- 2 tbs. hemp hearts
- 1/4 cup chopped red bell pepper
- 2 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp. turmeric
- 1/4-1/2 tsp. salt
- Optional: sliced tomato avocado, lime juice, romaine lettuce
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400F.
- Rinse and drain the black beans, then add half the can to a bowl, and smash the black beans with the back of a fork..
- Add the pumpkin puree and chia seeds to the mashed black beans and stir.
- Add the coconut flour, hemp hearts, cumin, smoked paprika, turmeric and salt. Stir and let sit for 2 minutes.
- Add the remaining black beans and chopped red bell pepper, mix to combine.
- Divide the pumpkin black bean burger mixture into 5 or 6 patties, be sure to press the burger mixture together tightly.
- Add foil to a baking sheet and spray with non-stick spray (I use coconut oil). Place the burgers onto the baking sheet and place in the oven for 20 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and serve! Top with tomato, avocado, freshly squeezed lime juice and romaine lettuce.
Nutrition
What about you?
- Do you ever eat pumpkin in savory dishes?
- What is your favorite homemade veggie burger combination?
- Do you eat burgers on bread or eat them on salads?
ama
September 9, 2018 at 7:20 amThese were fantastic. Loved the pumpkin to make the burger moister than a regular black bean burger. I didn’t have hemp hearts–not where I live–so subbed flax seed. I put a cashew cream sauce on top for the sauce–wanted a simple sauce since the burgers had so many ingredients. Thanks for the recipe! I will use it again.
Lisa S.
January 18, 2018 at 5:14 pmI can’t wait to bake these tonight. I doubled the recipe. I didn’t have hemp hearts, so I am using gluten-free rolled oats and I know it will be fine. I just logged the ingredients into MyFitnessPal, doubling the recipe and with my oat substitution. I made it so it will be servings. The calorie counts I got were 121 calories per patty. I don’t use oil when I bake or cook. This is a bit lower than the 200 calories listed. Hmm. 🙂 Just wanted to share. Thanks.
Deborah Davis
October 27, 2015 at 10:45 pmHi Sam,
What’s fall without pumpkin burgers!! And this Pumpkin Black Bean Burger recipe hits the spot! It’s just in time for Halloween parties as well so thank you so much for sharing your delectable Paleo Vegan Pumpkin Spice Latte at the Healthy Happy Green and Natural Party Blog Hop. I’m pinning and sharing.
Lisa @ Fun Money Mom
October 23, 2015 at 11:04 amWhat a great twist on the traditional burger! Thanks for linking up at Share The Wealth Sunday!
xoxo
Lisa
Tanya @ Mom's Small Victories
October 22, 2015 at 7:32 pmI’ve been getting more adventurous with my veggie burgers, these sound delicious for the fall. Thanks for sharing with Small Victories Sunday Linkup. Pinning to our linkup board and hope you found some great posts to visit this week!
Elaine
October 21, 2015 at 10:27 amOh Yum! Thanks for Linking up on My 2 Favorite Things on Thursday! Hope to see you again! Pinned!
Catherine Holt
October 21, 2015 at 2:57 amThere is something about home made burgers which are just truly awesome. Every time I make them I get addicted. I am definitely going to be adding these ones to our recipe list!!
Thanks for linking up to Marvelous Monday on Smart Party Planning.
All that's Jas
October 17, 2015 at 8:40 pmAnother great pumpkin recipe! Thanks for sharing at Thursday Favorite Things!
Alayna @AlaynasCreations
October 16, 2015 at 9:54 amCumin and paprika are some of my favorite flavors! Thanks for sharing with us at the #HomeMattersParty link party.
Megan
October 15, 2015 at 10:48 amJust when I thought pumpkin was only used in desserts! Wow this looks so good. I’ll definitely be making this soon. My roommates always make fun of me for making every possible veggie burger combination possible, but I’m sure they’ll (secretly) love this one!
Jess @hellotofit
October 14, 2015 at 12:38 pmLove that you added red bell pepper to the mix. Adds some yummy textures! And the chia seeds 🙂 thanks, Sam!!
Anu-My Ginger Garlic Kitchen
October 14, 2015 at 12:21 pmThese burgers look incredibly delish and flavorful.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
October 14, 2015 at 9:50 amPumpkin and hemp and chia seed!? I like these 😉 And I just ran out of my veggie burger stash in the freezer yesterday! Bingo!
Dannii @ Hungry Healthy Happy
October 14, 2015 at 9:00 amI love bean burgers, but I never would have thought to put pumpkin in them.
Saturday night is always burger night in our house, so I am adding this to the list of burgers to try.
rachel@ atheltic avocado
October 14, 2015 at 8:20 amthese burgers take savory pumpkin to a whole new level! what a genius idea! Im trying this 🙂
Susie @ SuzLyfe
October 14, 2015 at 7:43 amI’ve got some great savory pumpkin dishes coming up next week! Alex might like this, if I could up the protein factor for him. Hmmm