This easy grillable quinoa black bean veggie burger recipe contains simple, nutritious plant-based ingredients and is perfectly spiced for ideal flavor. Simply mash and stir everything together without ever getting out your food processor. The sturdy patties will get super crispy on the outside when grilled, but they can also be cooked on the stovetop. Either way, they are ready in a flash and mega delicious!

Quinoa black bean veggie burger topped with tzatziki, sliced avocado, red onion, tomato, lettuce and microgreens in a bun.

These homemade veggie burgers truly amaze me. They somehow look, feel and taste so close to the real deal, and yet they are mostly just a mixture of canned black beans and quinoa.

Oat flour helps them stay sturdy and maple syrup provides a slight, naturally sweet flavor to balance out the dried spices that are recommended. This truly is a pantry-friendly recipe since all you need are canned black beans, quinoa, oats, maple syrup and dried spices.

They can be prepped in less than five minutes if you meal prep your quinoa ahead of time. And these black bean quinoa burgers are 100% vegan and gluten-free!

Quinoa black bean vggie burger on a bun on a white plate next to a plate of fixings and a plate of fries.

I love the flavor the grill offers to these veggie burgers. It makes them feel more authentic for those who are used to eating meat-based burgers. They are beyond satisfying when they are sandwiched between burger buns (or "lettuce buns") and layered with your favorite toppings like avocado, red onion, tomato and lettuce.

I also love them on their own in a grilled vegetable grain bowl served with vegan tzatziki sauce, jalapeno chimichurri sauce or this easy creamy tahini sauce.

Ingredients

These vegan burgers come together with simple ingredients that you likely already have in your pantry. See the recipe card at the bottom of the post for quantities.

Black beans - I use a can of black beans for convenience but you can cook dry beans as well.
Quinoa (cooked using stovetop method or Instant Pot method)
Oat flour
Maple syrup
Salt
Garlic powder
Onion powder
Oregano
Thyme
Ground black pepper
Dairy-free feta crumbles (optional)

How to Make these Black Bean Quinoa Veggie Burgers

Mash the black beans. Add black beans to a large mixing bowl and mash well using a potato masher or fork until no whole beans remain.
Mix in the remaining ingredients. Add cooked quinoa, oats, maple syrup and spices to the bowl and stir well with a spoon to combine. The mixture will appear dry at first, but if you use the back of your spoon to mash the black beans into the drier ingredients it will start to come together. Mix until no dry ingredient is visible.
Form the burger patties. Divide the mixture into 4 even portions and form into burger patties (about 3-inch diameter with 1-inch thickness).
Cook the patties.
- Stovetop: If using the stovetop, heat a 12-inch cast iron skillet over medium heat and add 1-2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil. Once the oil is shimmering, add the patties and cook on each side for 5 minutes until golden brown.
- Grill: If using the grill, preheat the grill to 375˚F (medium heat). Lightly brush both sides of each burger patty with extra virgin olive oil and place directly on the grill. Cook for 10 minutes per side until grill marks can be seen and the outside is slightly charred.

Recipe Tips

Form each patty the same size. Use a measuring cup or lid of a jar to form patties into even sizes every time. Simply stuff the burger mixture into the cup, then flip onto a plate.

Vary up your fixings! The same burger can taste brand new and completely different when served with tzatziki one day and guacamole the next. Have fun with it!

Storage

Store leftover burgers in an airtight container for up to one week in the refrigerator.

These burgers can also be frozen. Separate each burger with parchment paper so they don't stick together when frozen. When you are ready to eat, let them thaw in the refrigerator overnight or at room temperature for a few hours before reheating.

All About Quinoa

Quinoa is one of my favorite pantry staples. It is light, absorbs flavor wonderfully and adds great texture to these plant-based burgers. I love that's it's so easy to prepare and offers such amazing health benefits.

Quinoa is loaded with fiber (one serving has over five grams) and is considered a complete source of protein with all nine essential amino acids. This makes it a great source of plant-based protein for vegans. In fact, it has more protein than any other grain.

Quinoa is also a good source of folate, magnesium, iron, phosphorus and many phytochemicals. It offers important minerals such as calcium, potassium, copper and zinc as well.

In this recipe I use white quinoa. You can cook it on the stovetop or in a pressure cooker. I prefer the pressure cooker method because it is completely hands off. Both methods produce perfectly fluffy quinoa that is not soggy or burnt.

I typically make a batch once a week (2 cups uncooked = 6 cups cooked) so that I can use it in other recipes throughout the week.

Quinoa Black Bean Veggie Burger on a white plate with a bun.

All About Black Beans

Black beans are considered a legume and part of both the protein and vegetable group. They provide plant-based protein, dietary fiber and important nutrients such as iron and zinc. I love their texture when mashed and they absorb flavor well.

See my complete guide on Black Beans Benefits for Vegans (+ Recipes) for everything you need to know about black beans!

Serving Suggestions

Serve these burgers on lettuce buns or toasted whole wheat burger buns with my homemade honey mustard sauce, ketchup, lettuce, tomato and red onions. I also love to add sliced avocado and grilled red onions!

Alongside the burgers, consider serving the following vegan options:

Grilled veggies or sautéed purple cabbage
Fries: grilled sweet potato fries, crispy air fryer sweet potato fries or crispy air fryer potato wedges
Salads: potato salad or pasta salad
Coleslaws: garlic cilantro lime coleslaw or vegan summer slaw

And for dessert, follow it up with my no-churn easy vegan vanilla ice cream (made in your blender)!

More Quinoa Recipes

Got extra quinoa? These are some of my more popular vegan and gluten-free recipes featuring quinoa:

I really hope you enjoy this quinoa black bean burger recipe! This proves it is possible that healthy veggie burgers made from whole black beans and a cup of quinoa can be delicious as well. Your taste buds will agree!

Additional Vegan Burger Recipes

Find all my grilling recipes and tips here!

Easy Grillable Quinoa Black Bean Veggie Burger

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Author: Elaine Gordon
Total Time: 25
Yield: 4
Diet: Vegan

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Description

These Easy Grillable Quinoa Black Bean Veggie Burgers contain simple, nutritious plant-based ingredients and are perfectly spiced for ideal flavor. Simply mash and stir everything together without ever getting out your food processor. The patties are sturdy and get super crispy on the outside when grilled, but can also be cooked on the stovetop. Either way, they are ready in a flash and mega delicious!

Instructions

Mash the black beans. Add black beans to a medium-sized mixing bowl and mash well using a potato masher or fork until no whole beans remain.
Mix in the remaining ingredients. Add quinoa, oats, maple syrup and spices to the bowl and stir well with a spoon to combine. The mixture will appear dry at first, but if you use the back of your spoon to mash the black beans into the drier ingredients it will start to come together. Mix until no dry ingredient is visible.
Form the burger patties. Divide the mixture into 4 even portions and form into burger patties (about 3-inch diameter with 1-inch thickness).
Cook the patties.
1. Stovetop: If using the stovetop, heat a 12-inch cast iron skillet over medium heat and add 1-2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil. Once the oil is shimmering, add the patties and cook on each side for 5 minutes until golden brown.
2. Grill: If using the grill, preheat the grill to 375˚F (medium heat). Lightly brush both sides of the patties with extra virgin olive oil and place directly on the grill. Cook for 10 minutes per side until grill marks can be seen and the outside is slightly charred.

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Notes

Since these are veggie burgers, you are cooking to warm them through but also to introduce flavor. Either method (stovetop or grill) works, but each method produces a different texture and flavor.

Store leftover burgers in an airtight container for up to one week in the refrigerator.

Prep Time: 5
Cook Time: 20
Category: Entree
Method: Grill

Grillable Quinoa Black Bean Veggie Burger (5-minute prep!)

Ingredients

How to Make these Black Bean Quinoa Veggie Burgers

Recipe Tips

Storage

All About Quinoa

All About Black Beans

Serving Suggestions

More Quinoa Recipes

Additional Vegan Burger Recipes