Black Bean Edamame Burgers (Easy & High-Protein)

🔍 Quick Look: Edamame Black Bean Burger

• ⏱️ Prep Time: 10 minutes
• 👥 Servings: 4 to 5
• 📊 Calories: ~300 kcal (based on nutrition panel)
• 👩🏽‍🍳 Flavor Profile: Savory, smoky, hearty, umami-rich
• 💪🏼 Nutrition: 20 grams of protein, 14 grams of fiber, ~100 mg magnesium
• ⭐ Difficulty: Easy - This recipe requires just one food processor and a few pantry staples. The mixture comes together in minutes.

👩🏽‍⚕️ Dietitian's Note

I often meal prep these Black Bean Edamame Burgers as mini burger bites and keep them in the fridge for easy lunches, snacks, or quick meals throughout the week. Having protein- and fiber-rich foods ready to go makes it much easier to meet your nutrition goals when hunger strikes.

The combination of black beans, edamame, and oats provides plant protein, fiber, and complex carbohydrates for lasting satiety. Sun-dried tomatoes are rich in lycopene, a carotenoid antioxidant that becomes more concentrated as tomatoes are dried.

White miso adds savory umami flavor. While miso contains sodium, research suggests that fermented soy foods such as miso may not affect blood pressure in the same way as an equivalent amount of sodium from salt alone.

These burgers are made from whole-food ingredients and are a delicious way to increase your intake of legumes, fiber, and beneficial plant compounds.

Why You'll Love This Recipe:

These Black Bean Edamame Burgers are packed with wholesome ingredients and come together with minimal effort.

• High in plant protein from black beans and edamame
• Rich in fiber for gut health and fullness
• Made with simple pantry ingredients
• Egg-free and dairy-free
• Great for meal prep
• Bake or pan-fry
• No complicated steps

👩🏼‍🌾 Ingredients

Below, I share ingredient notes from both a nutrition expert's and trained chef's perspective.

• Black beans form the base of these burgers and add fiber, plant protein, and a hearty texture. Be sure to drain and rinse them well before using.
• Edamame adds protein, texture, and helps the burgers hold together. I recommend simmering frozen shelled edamame for 5 minutes before draining and using.
• Rolled oats act as the binder in this recipe. Pulsing them into a coarse flour helps absorb moisture while keeping the burgers tender.
• Sun-dried tomatoes add concentrated savory-sweet flavor and umami. Use dry-packed sun-dried tomatoes or rinse oil-packed tomatoes dry before chopping.
• White miso adds depth and umami without overpowering the other ingredients.
• Nutritional yeast adds a subtle cheesy flavor and additional savory notes.
• Stoneground or Dijon mustard brightens the flavor and helps balance the richness of the beans and edamame.
• Date or maple syrup balances the acidity of the tomatoes and mustard.
• Fresh herbs add brightness and freshness. Use whichever you prefer.

See the printable recipe card below for quantities.

🌱 Substitutions

This recipe is versatile and easy to adapt. Below are some simple ingredient substitutions.

• Black beans: Use pinto beans or kidney beans instead.
• Edamame: Substitute green peas, though the texture will be softer.
• Rolled oats: Use quick oats or certified gluten-free oats if needed.
• Sun-dried tomatoes: Replace with finely chopped roasted red peppers for a milder flavor. Pat them dry before using.
• White miso: Use chickpea miso or omit if unavailable.
• Nutritional yeast: Omit or replace with 1 tablespoon hemp hearts.
• Dijon mustard: Use whole grain mustard or yellow mustard.
• Date syrup: Substitute maple syrup.
• Parsley or cilantro: Use fresh basil, dill, or chives.

✔️ Storage & Meal Prep Tips

These simple steps help preserve freshness and flavor:

• Store cooked burgers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
• To freeze, place cooled patties in a single layer on a baking sheet until firm, then transfer to a freezer-safe container. Freeze for up to 3 months.
• Reheat in a skillet, oven, or air fryer until warmed through.

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