Ultimate Black Bean Burger with Corn Slaw
There’s nothing like a laid-back lake day with something fresh and flavorful on the grill. These Ultimate Black Bean Burgers with Corn Slaw are perfect for those easy afternoons by the water—light, satisfying, and full of bold flavor.
Whether you're cooking on the deck before heading out on the boat or putting together a quick lakeside meal, this recipe brings the perfect balance of comfort and freshness to your lake life menu.
Serves: 4 Prep Time 1.5 Cook Time: 15 mins
This burger is so good-and the best part? It’s healthy!! I didn’t expect my husband to like it, but after tasting mine, he immediately asked, "where’s my burger?”
Ingredients:
Burger
1 Can Black Beans (rinse and pat dry)
½ Cup Breadcrumbs
¼ Cup Yellow Onion
2 Cloves Garlic (minced)
1/4 Cup Red or Green Pepper
1 tbsp CRAVESmoked Seasoning or 1 tsp each Smoked Paprika, Cumin & Chili Power
½ tsp Cayenne Pepper
Salt/Pepper to taste
1 egg
1/4-1/2 Cup Veggie Oil
Smokey Mayo
½ Cup Mayo
1 tbsp Mustard
1 tsp Honey
1 ½ tsp Smoked Paprika
1 tsp Garlic Powder
2 tsp Chipotle Sauce
Squeeze of Lime Juice
Mix everything together and chill until ready to use
Corn Slaw
2 Cups fresh corn
1 Cup Shredded Cabbage
¼ Cup Red Onion (thinly sliced)
¼ Cup Cilantro (chopped)
¼ Cup + 4 tbsp Mayo (more if needed)
1 Jalapeno (diced)
Juice of 1 Lime
2 tsp CRAVESmoked Seasoning or 1 tsp Smoked Paprika, 1/2 tsp each garlic powder and chili powder
Salt/Pepper to taste
Mix all ingredients together and chill
Directions:
Burger
Drain and rinse black beans until water runs clear
Lay out on Paper towel and pat dry
Add Beans to a container and mash with a fork or potato masher
Leave some unmashed ( adds texture to the burger)
Mix in all the ingredients except the egg
Adjust seasoning
Stir in egg
Once all ingredients are incorporated, form into balls
Put in the fridge for at least 30 minutes
Remove from fridge
Heat oil to medium in skillet
Add burgers (do not overcrowd the pan)
Cook for about 4-5 minutes per side
Remove from heat and add to a paper towel
Build the burger
Toast your buns
Add your sauce to 1 or both buns
Add your burger
Add your slaw
Top with avocado and feta cheese
Say your Grace and Enjoy!
Cooking at the lake is all about keeping things simple, flavorful, and fun. It’s those easy moments—good food, good vibes, and time by the water—that make it all come together.
And of course, every good cookout deserves the right gear.
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