The Best Black Bean Burger - Gluten Free, Vegan

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Gluten Free Black Bean Burgers

Gluten-free black bean burgers are a delicious and satisfying alternative to traditional meat-based burgers.

These plant-based patties are packed with protein, fibre, and a myriad of nutrients, making them a nutritious choice for anyone seeking a meat-free option.

The combination of hearty black beans, savoury spices, these simple ingredients create a flavourful and robust burger patty that is both satisfying and wholesome.

Whether grilled, baked, or pan-seared, these gluten-free black bean burgers offer a delightful texture and a rich, earthy taste that can be enjoyed by individuals with diverse dietary preferences.

Pair them with your favourite gluten-free bun and an assortment of toppings for a delightful burger experience that is sure to impress even the most fussier eaters.

Can I Give My Baby A Black Bean Burger?

Absolutely!

Homemade black bean burgers can be a wonderful, easy recipe option for baby-led weaning (BLW).

Black beans are a great source of protein, fibre, and various nutrients, making them a nutritious choice for your little one.

When preparing the best black bean burgers for your baby, ensure that the burger is soft to reduce the risk of choking.

You can also incorporate other baby-friendly ingredients like sweet potato (instead of the flaxseed mixture) or finely chopped vegetables to add more flavour and nutrients.

Remember to avoid adding any salt or seasoning to the black bean burger as babies' kidneys are not yet mature enough to process too much salt.

The Benefits of Black Beans For BLW?

Black beans are an excellent addition to a baby-led weaning (BLW) diet due to their impressive nutritional profile.

Packed with protein, fibre, and essential minerals such as iron, magnesium, and folate, black beans provide growing infants with the nutrients they need for healthy development.

Introducing black beans early in a BLW journey can help babies learn to appreciate diverse flavours and textures while reaping the benefits of this legume's potential to support digestive health and regulate blood sugar levels.

Additionally, their soft texture makes them manageable for little hands to grasp and nibble on, making them a perfect choice for infants exploring solid foods.

Gluten-Free Recipes For BLW

It can be challenging to find gluten-free recipes for baby-led weaning (BLW) due to the limited availability of specifically tailored recipes and the need to ensure proper nutrition for the baby.

Many traditional baby-friendly recipes may contain gluten, such as wheat-based cereals and bread products, making it difficult to find suitable alternatives.

Additionally, ensuring that the gluten-free recipes provide essential nutrients, vitamins, and minerals for a growing baby adds an extra layer of complexity.

Careful consideration of alternative gluten-free grains, such as quinoa and buckwheat, and specialised recipes that cater to the nutritional needs of a baby is crucial for successful gluten-free BLW.

Why You Should Make The Gluten Free Black Bean Burgers?

These gluten-free black bean burgers are the perfect choice for baby-led weaning (BLW).

The soft texture and mild flavours make it easy for little hands to grasp and explore.

By incorporating these homemade black bean burgers into your baby's diet, you can encourage healthy eating habits early on while ensuring they receive the necessary nutrients for growth.

Plus, they're great for introducing different textures and flavours, making mealtime an enjoyable learning experience for your little one.

Ingredient information

Black Beans - You could use kidney beans or pinto beans if you did not have black beans.

Paprika - This spice works perfectly with beans, so it had to be used within this recipe.

Smoked paprika - If you did not have smoked paprika you could use 1 teaspoon of paprika.

Garlic powder - If you wanted to use fresh garlic, you will only need 1 small garlic clove, grated or crushed.

Cumin - Works really well in this recipe and works so well with the other spices.

Thyme - You could use mixed herbs instead of thyme, but I think thyme works very well with paprika.

Flaxseed - Packed full of omega 3, this is a great egg substitute when mixed with water, perfect for many egg free recipes.

Olive oil - You could use a vegetable oil or avocado oil, that are vegan and gluten free too.

Serving suggestion

The gluten free black bean recipe would be great served in a gluten free burger bun with a little ketchup, or they would be great served with brown rice or wild rice.

Or you could serve with baked skin on fries, sweet potatoes or roasted carrots.

Storage instructions

The vegan black bean burgers once cooled, can be stored in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

If you wanted to reheat the carrot fritters, you will only be able to reheat once from the fridge. I would suggest heating them up in the oven, at 180 degrees, for 15 minutes.

Leave to cool before serving to your baby.

To store in the freezer, leave the fritters to cool and store in an airtight container or in airtight freezer bag. They can be kept in the freezer for up to 3 months.

Equipment used to help with this recipe

Frying pan - I love the non-stick surface of this particular frying pan and it’s suitable for all types of hob.

Large mixing bowl - Definitely choose a stainless steel one - they are lighter than the stone or glass ones and very easy to clean.

Nutri bullet - I have found a blender to be an invaluable tool in the preparation of many of my baby led weaning recipes.

Recipe | The Best Black Bean Burger - Gluten Free, Vegan

Ingredients

Makes 4 medium burgers

• 400g can black beans, drained

• 3 tablespoons flaxseed + 3 tablespoons warm water

• 1/2 teaspoon paprika

• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika

• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

• 1/2 teaspoon cumin

• 1/4 teaspoon thyme

• Grind black pepper

• 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

• Pour the drained black beans into a food processor or Nutri Bullet. Blitz until smooth. If you do not have a food processor you could use a potato masher.

• Mix the flaxseed and water in a small bowl, stir and set aside for 5 minutes.

• Tip in the black beans into a large bowl, and add in all the remaining ingredients, the herbs, spices and black pepper, followed by the flaxseed.

• Mix all the ingredients together until combined. Split the bean mixture into 4 balls (approx a tablespoon) and set aside.

• Heat the olive oil in a frying pan on a medium-high heat and cook 2 burger patties at a time, or whatever fits well in your frying pan.

• Push the burgers down using a spatula and cook for 3 minutes on each side, until golden brown.

Hope you and your family enjoy!

Recipe notes

You can use avocado oil instead of olive oil.

If you wanted to add a handful of vegan cheese to the black bean mixture, this would add a tasty cheesy element to the burger.

You could use almond flour instead of the flax egg mixture. Or gluten free breadcrumbs.

For added nutrition you could add a tablespoon of chia seeds to the vegan burger recipe.

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