If your child is ready for a veggie burger, Black Bean Burgers are a great option. These burgers can be prepared ahead of time and frozen for up to 2 months. These burgers are filling and can be served with ketchup, tomato sauce, or lettuce. You can also make vegan versions of this recipe by substituting the egg with a flax egg.
In a skillet over medium heat, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Sauté the diced onion until it is translucent, about 5 minutes. Remove from the heat.
In a food processor, pulse the almonds until fine crumbs form. Add the cooked onion, black beans, breadcrumbs, egg, and paprika, and pulse until combined. Season with salt and black pepper.
Transfer the mixture to a bowl and mix well. Form into 6 patties. In a medium skillet over medium heat, heat the remaining 3 tablespoons olive oil. Cook the patties, flipping once, until lightly browned and crispy on both sides.
Store leftovers in a sealed container in the refrigerator for 2 to 3 days. To freeze, place patties in a freezer-safe container with parchment paper between each patty.
Video
Notes
TIP: The almonds in this recipe add a nice toasty flavor, but you can substitute an additional ⅓ cupFeel free to add a dash of mild spices like a pinch of cumin or a hint of garlic powder to gently introduce your baby's palate to new flavors.
This website provides approximate nutrition information for convenience and as a courtesy only. Nutrition data is gathered primarily from the Spoonacular Database, whenever available, or otherwise other online calculators.