How many calories are in Black Bean Burgers?

One serving has 274 kcal. The recipe makes 4 servings (3 ounce each).

How much protein is in Black Bean Burgers?

13 g of protein per serving, with 47 g of carbohydrates and 5 g of fat.

What do I need to make Black Bean Burgers?

11 ingredients: 1 can (15.5 oz) low-sodium black beans (drained and rinsed with cold water), 1 large egg, 1/2 cup cooked brown rice, 2 scallions (green and white minced about 1/4 cup), 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (or basil leaves or a combination) and 1 clove garlic (peeled and minced) ….

Black Bean Burgers

Name: Black Bean Burgers
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 can (15.5 oz) low-sodium black beans (drained and rinsed with cold water); 1 large egg; 1/2 cup cooked brown rice; 2 scallions (green and white minced about 1/4 cup); 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (or basil leaves or a combination); 1 clove garlic (peeled and minced); 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano or basil; 1 teaspoon vegetable oil; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 4 whole-wheat buns

Black beans and cooked rice are used as the base of these delicious burgers. Flavored with scallions, garlic, and spices, these are sure to please the whole .

274kcal per serving

13 gprotein

47 gcarbohydrates

5 gfat

4servings (3 ounce)

Prep: 30 min · Cook: 30 min

Ingredients

1 can (15.5 oz) low-sodium black beans (drained and rinsed with cold water) nutrition facts
1 large egg nutrition facts
1/2 cup cooked brown rice nutrition facts
2 scallions (green and white minced about 1/4 cup)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (or basil leaves or a combination) nutrition facts
1 clove garlic (peeled and minced) nutrition facts
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano or basil
1 teaspoon vegetable oil nutrition facts
1/2 teaspoon salt nutrition facts
1/2 teaspoon black pepper nutrition facts
4 whole-wheat buns

"Nutrition facts" links go to the closest generic food on FoodFactly, per 100 g.

Nutrition facts per serving

Nutrient	Per serving	% DV
Calories	274 kcal
Total fat	5 g	6%
Saturated fat	1 g	5%
Cholesterol	53 mg	18%
Sodium	668 mg	29%
Total carbohydrates	47 g	17%
Dietary fiber	12 g	43%
Total sugars	4 g
Added sugars	3 g	6%
Protein	13 g	26%
Vitamin D	0 µg	0%
Calcium	106 mg	8%
Iron	4 mg	22%
Potassium	516 mg	11%

Nutrition analysis per serving as published by USDA with the recipe. % DV: percent of the FDA Daily Value for adults.

MyPlate food groups per serving

Grains: 2 ounces

Directions

Add beans to a bowl and mash with a fork until chunky. Add the egg and mix well.
Add precooked rice, scallions, garlic and oregano, salt and pepper and mix until well combined.
Divide the mixture into 4 portions and form each portion into a patty about 3/4 to 1 inch thick.
Place a large skillet on the stove on high heat. When the skillet is hot, add oil. Add burgers and cook 4 to 5 minutes per side until browned on both sides and heated throughout. Place on a whole wheat bun.

Notes

Use old-fashioned rolled oats, leftover cooked barley or Panko breadcrumbs instead of prepared rice. Serve with your favorite toppings such as lettuce, tomato, guacamole, salsa, low-fat cheese, or low-fat yogurt. Learn more about: Onions Garlic Herbs

Source

USDA Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion

Published on USDA MyPlate Kitchen (www.myplate.gov/recipes/black-bean-burgers, retired by USDA in January 2026; archived copy). A work of the US federal government, in the public domain.

General nutrition information, not medical advice.