Description
These delectable black bean vegan sliders are made with whole plant-based ingredients, offering a crispy exterior and a tender, chewy interior. Perfect for various dietary preferences, these sliders are gluten-free, oil-free, soy-free, and nut-free.
Ingredients
- 1 small beet
- 1 ½ cups cooked brown rice (short grain recommended)
- 1 (15-ounce) can low-sodium or no-salt-added black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 ½ tablespoons coconut aminos
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon ground flaxseeds
- 1 tablespoon arrowroot powder (or tapioca starch)
- 2 tablespoons homemade BBQ sauce or a good store-bought version without added sugar
Optional toppings for serving
- Romaine lettuce leaves
- Additional BBQ sauce
- Vegan ranch dressing
- Dijon or yellow mustard
- Dill pickles
- Scallions (green onions)
- Sliced avocado
Instructions
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Prepare the Beet:
- Boil the beet for 25-30 minutes until tender. Once cooled, peel and dice it into small pieces.
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Cook the Rice:
- Prepare the brown rice according to package instructions and let it cool to room temperature.
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Mash Beans and Rice:
- In a large mixing bowl, mash the black beans and cooked rice together until mushy.
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Combine Ingredients:
- Add the diced beet and coconut aminos to the mixture.
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Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, combine garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, ground flaxseeds, and arrowroot powder. Sprinkle this mixture over the bean-rice-beet mix.
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Add BBQ Sauce:
- Pour in the BBQ sauce and stir until all ingredients are fully combined.
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Form Patties:
- Shape the mixture into small slider patties using your hands.
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Cook the Patties:
- Air-fry at 375°F (190°C) for 15 minutes, flipping halfway through, until crispy on the outside and heated through.
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Assemble Sliders:
- Serve the patties on romaine lettuce leaves or slider buns, adding your choice of toppings such as BBQ sauce, vegan ranch dressing, pickles, or avocado.
